named programs · 2 · from sources
what they call their work
Blanket Bees
Volunteer gatherings where participants bring sewing machines and supplies to sew, crochet, knit, or tie quilts using provided kits or their own materials.
Blanket Distribution
Collection of handmade blankets from volunteers and drop-off locations, followed by sorting and distribution to recipient agencies that serve children in need.
activities · 3 clusters
what they do
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Comfort and Care Kits for Hospitalized Youth 2 activities
- Distribution of blankets to children in needProvides comforting blankets and quilts to seriously ill, traumatized, and vulnerable children in the Phoenix area. Has delivered blankets to over 170,000 children since 2001.
- Distribution of blankets to children in needProvides comforting blankets and quilts to seriously ill, traumatized, and needy children in the Phoenix area. Has delivered blankets to over 170,000 children since 2001.
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Distribution of Comfort and Sensory Blankets 2 activities
- Implementation of safety and quality standards for donated blanketsEnforces detailed guidelines for blanket donations to ensure safety and durability, including size and construction requirements. Only accepts tied blankets in child size (40" x 48" to 42" x 60"), requires machine quilting for infant/toddler-sized blankets, and mandates quilting (not tying) for all flannel blankets due to shrinkage and safety concerns, based on pediatric nurse guidance.
- Implementation of safety and quality standards for donated blanketsEnforces detailed guidelines for blanket donations, including size and construction requirements: child-sized tied blankets must be at least 40" x 48", infant/toddler blankets must be machine quilted, and all flannel blankets must be quilted (not tied) due to safety and shrinkage concerns.
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Youth Clothing Production through Volunteer Sewing 2 activities
- Organization of volunteer sewing events ("Blanket Bees")Hosts volunteer-driven sewing events to produce quilts and blankets for children. For example, a "Blanket Bee" held on January 9, 2026, resulted in 35 completed quilts and 89 received, contributing to a total of 118 blankets prepared for delivery.
- Organization of volunteer sewing events ("Blanket Bees")Hosts volunteer events such as the "Blanket Bee" to engage the community in assembling blankets, with recent events resulting in 118 total blankets prepared for delivery to children.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$99K
Contributions & grants$99K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$84K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$81K
balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$28K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -0.6%
relationships · 45
who they work with
- 35th Ave Sew & Vac, Chandler Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- 35th Ave Sew & Vac, Chandler Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- A New Leaf Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- A Quilter’s Oasis, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- A Quilter’s Oasis, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- AZ Dept of Child Safety (DCS) Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Air Evac Neonatal Transport Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Apache Junction Police Dept Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Arizona Helping Hands Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Arizonans For Children Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Banner Cardon Children’s Medical Center Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Banner University Medical Center Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Bernina Connection, Phoenix Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- Bernina Connection, Phoenix Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- CHOICES Pregnancy Center Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Child & Family Resources Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Cutting Edge Quilts, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- Cutting Edge Quilts, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- Florence Crittenton Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Gilbert Fire & Rescue Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Helen’s Hope Chest Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Hushabye Nursery Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Jose’s Closet Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Juvenile Probation Dept, HOPE Closet Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Mad B’s Quilt and Sew, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- Mad B’s Quilt and Sew, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- Modern Quilting, Phoenix Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for blanket materials.
- Modern Quilting, Phoenix Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
- Mountain Vista Hospital Partner — Recipient agency for blanket donations
- Mulqueen Sewing and Vacuum Center, Mesa Partner — Local quilt shop serving as a donation drop-off location for handmade blankets.
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