Crafting Change

I continue to Craft Change daily. This year we have added on new partners and projects so that our choices of who to craft for increases. The sew-a-longs, classes, you tube channel and our pattern library are a continuous source of knowledge in all things knitting, crocheting and sewing. And the bi weekly zooms are a way to connect with others while working on projects, and a place to ask questions and share tips. Crafting Change helps me to help others, and I love what we have created as we continue to grow !

Crafting Change is a remarkable organization that has built a spirit of community among its volunteers as it provides much needed crafted items for the partner projects. The fact that members from all over the country can, through their love of crafting, make life a little bit better for those in need around the country and in some other parts of the world is simply amazing. Even though I don't have time to contribute a lot, I am honored to be part of this most loving, thoughtful, generous group.

Crafting Change has given me the opportunity to use my skills for a purpose. I enjoy sewing and have even begun to get back into yarn crafts after many years, but my projects must be useful to someone and Crafting Change finds the groups that needs the items we create. The group has also given me ideas of items to craft and where I can donate them locally, giving me new connections in my community.

Crafting Change is an amazing community of people who love sharing their talents in crochet, knit, and sewing with others. Whether you are beginner, pro, or dabble across a few, there is a project for you.

Crafting changes keeps the community engaged through fun games, craft-a-longs, zooms, and sharing videos and short tips on YouTube.

I have found my people in the Crafting Change community of craftivists and the non-profit partners. We are learning from each other as we share our talents to create simple gifts of love that enrich the lives of others in need. I enjoy my time spent as a volunteer, having been with Crafting Change from the beginning. I anticipate many more years of crafting. If my yarn or fabric stash runs out, I’m sure there will be a project that uses “scraps”! My favorite type of item is for kids or the elderly, and there are many options for knitting, crocheting and sewing projects with our partner non-profits or donating locally.

Many non-profits local to me are happy to receive soap sacks, dishcloths, chemo caps, pillow ports, etc.

I love continuing to work with and for Crafting Change. We make a difference in people’s lives one item at a time and have partners and craftivists all around the country.

What is also wonderful is that our craftivists can chose which items they wish to make that our partners and non-profits in their area need and whom they chose to support with their wonderful handmade gifts.

The range of organizations that Crafting Change supports means I can contribute to local, regional, and global causes that I would normally not be aware of. I'm so glad I can take my crafting hobby (and large stash) and rally behind causes that mean so much to me.

Crafting Change is an amazing community of individuals across the states. I have been working with them since COVID, after all the mask making groups started dwindling down. They ensured my organization had masks to provide to those we serve in our inpatient, outpatient and homeless programs. Since that time, they have continually supported the Mental Health Resource Center in Jacksonville, Florida with donations of hats, gloves and scarves in the winter, pillowcases, blankets and lapghans, totebags and backpacks. We collaborated to make “fiddlers” (a small stuffed pouch with a bead inside) for our children’s inpatient unit that allow the kids something to do with their hands. The individuals we serve in our multitude of programs truly are thankful for these items. Some leave our facilities without anything to carry their belongings in or having something to keep them warm in the winter cold. I’ve heard from staff these items make the individuals smile and it is nice to see them walk out of our buildings with dignity. Thank you Crafting Change and look forward to continued collaboration.

Crafting Change is a an amazing community of people helping so many across the globe! They have donated thousands of beautiful handmade soap sacks, backpacks, blankets, hats, gloves, mittens, and so much more for our efforts. Our hygiene kits would not have been possible without these donations and support from crafters all over the US.

My mother taught me to sew when I was a little girl. I practiced my skills by making doll clothes. Later, I made clothing for myself, and still later, I made clothing for my children. Now that I am retired, I enjoy sewing for the partner charities of Crafting Change. It is so gratifying to know that the tote bags, backpacks, fleece caps, blankets, menstrual supplies, fidget mats, and all the other items that we crafters make and send to Crafting Change can really make a difference in someone else's life. I especially like knowing that each charity partner has been checked out thoroughly and that what we make for them is an item that is really needed. I like having specific instructions, guidance, and a way to get feedback when needed. I am glad that the sewing skills I have worked on all my life can now benefit people all over the United States and in other countries as well.

Crafting Change is a wonderful organization, allowing crafters to use their skills to help others. The groups that CC helps are all vetted by the board. The board provides all the information needed to create the items being made for its charities. The board and members of CC are very responsive to any questions or concerns crafters may have. And they are always open to adding more groups to their list of recipients. They are an excellent example of someone's idea and some grassroots organizing leading to helping untold numbers of people in the US and in select locations worldwide.

Crafting Change has created an environment that helps so many people. I have seen one of our sewists hugged by a receipent. We have helped people that had no hope. Smiles are a wonderful thank you! Toni Mohr

Been assisting with Craftingchange since its inception. Great organization!

I’ve always had a calling to serve in my community and had explored volunteering in various ways. But none of them affected me the way using my sewing skills did. I joined this group in 2021 to volunteer sew in my spare time. This is an amazing group whom I consider as great global citizens. While they sew, knit and crochet needed handmade items for people throughout the US, they also provide handsewn goods to the people of Ukraine affected by the war with Russia. In addition, they provide sewn items for ongoing projects in Africa. I have sewn off/on through the years for many charity organizations and I find this to be one of the best organized. Not only do they provide us with ongoing support and connection within their Facebook group, they have a rapport with the organizations that receive the items. These are some of the friendliest, hardworking, and talented people who give so much to help the group run effectively. I’m glad I can pick projects within my skill level and feel like I can help others with my talents. All of their projects include requirement details and thorough instructions. It is perfect for beginners, especially if you are just learning to sew. It is a great way to learn to enhance your skills if you are an intermediate sewists. My skills have improved and I’ve learned many new techniques such as chain sewing to increase my productivity. These skills are valuable to use in other sewing pursuits I have.

Crafting Change helped provide needed items for patients at the clinic I managed. These were patients who were often overlooked and these compassion this organization provided through lovingly hand-crafted items meant so much to the patients who received them. Crafting Change is an amazing organization who is truly making a huge global difference.

This is an amazing organization! They help a variety of people (and animals) all over the world in a variety of ways. SO organized and well run too :)

Unique, Caring, Focused. These three words come to my mind when I think of Crafting Change. "Unique" in that Crafting Change supports various organizations with unique needs throughout both the USA and oversees. I am unaware of any other organizations that supports a number of charities with such diverse needs. " Caring" because Crafting Change supports smaller and lesser known organizations that might not get the help they need due to their location or unique mission. Crafting Change is also "Focused"on not only helping various charities but also they are focused on helping members improve their crafting skills with Zoom Room workshops and sew-alongs as well as producing skill-building videos for members to reference when needed.

The board is TOP notch !!! I have received so much information about all the projects (do's and don'ts), easy to follow video's, etc. I am honored to be a part of this fantastic group and support all their causes and charities.

Crafting Change 501(c)(3) is an exceptional nonprofit organization that seamlessly blends, creativity and social impact to empower communities. I have had the privilege of witnessing their incredible work firsthand, and I cannot emphasize enough how impressed I am with their dedication, innovation, and commitment to making a positive difference. One of the aspects that truly sets Crafting Change apart is there includes the inclusivity. They believe in the power of art to bridge, divides and foster understanding among diverse population by providing workshop, training, and resources to marginalized community, they enable individual to find a voice, develop new skills, and unleashed their creativity.

I have been a volunteer through Crafting Change since it started in 2021. They have been amazing with connecting craftivists with amazing non-profit organizations that support worthy causes. Beyond the connection, Crafting Change also helps volunteers by providing materials when needed to support making items for the non-profit partners.

I wanted to help others with my crocheting. I found Crafting Change through another nonprofit organization. But, the biggest difference with CC is that it's a real community full of people helping so many people and organizations. Plus, we have wonderful Zoom meetings. No matter what you craft, there's a project for you. There's always someone to help if you get stuck and need advice or help. It's great to know what I am making goes to someone in need.

Crafting Change is an amazing organization that has touched the lives of many people, both locally and globally. They connect volunteers (known as craftivists) with organizations in need of items that can be crafted, such as menstrual pads, warm hats, soap sacks, tote bags, and pet supplies, to name a few. They are responsive and provide patterns, online training, support, and encouragement to craftivists. I would encourage anyone looking for a creative outlet and a way to serve others to check out Crafting Change. From novice to expert, they make everyone feel welcome!

Crafting change has been an amazing organization for so many charities. I volunteer through them for many projects. They have amazing patterns, outlines, clear ways to donate & their vetting of charity partners makes me feel secure in my time being used well.

The Crafting Change Community is a wonderful organization to be a part of. There is a wide variety of charities & projects to choose from in order to help others, not only in the USA but also in foreign countries. The Board & members are all so helpful & willing to share ideas/suggestions when asked. I have been made to feel that the items I make & donate are greatly appreciated by the charities/ groups receiving them.

I found Crafting Change when my prior organization stopped making masks and I'm so glad I did. The people in this group are amazing, positive and supportive. I love that it is so easy for me to help the wonderful organizations they serve. I get to keep my creative side happy working with fabrics (and buying them) knowing the end recipients will benefit. I like the variety of project options and the well organized instructions and ability to Tally.