Other Organizations
Afghans for Afghans
Afghans for Afghans collects hand-knit and crocheted wool hats, mittens, socks, sweaters, and vests for Afghan children ages 1 - 5 years.
Project Linus
Project Linus accepts handmade, machine washable blankets for children in need. Since 1997 volunteers have supplied over 400,000 security blankets worldwide. Check the website for events and drop-off sites near you.
Red Scarf Project
The Red Scarf Project is a project established by the Orphan Foundation of America. It provides red scarves (knitted or crocheted) as a part of care packages delivered to orphans attending college.
Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children
Fairfax Hospital needs all types of preemie, baby, and other items: hats, booties, mittens, bed socks, blankets (30"x30" and crib size), finger puppets, sweater saques/sweaters, edging on receiving blankets, lap blankets, shawls. The items are provided FREE to infants, children, and their parents. More information can be obtained at Care Wear.
Cancer Kickin' Critters
Cancer Kickin' Critters is a not-for-profit organization created by a kid for kids to bring comfort to children in the hospital fighting cancer. They hand-make stuffed toys, and create kits for patients to create their own stuffed animals and donate them to Children's National Health System. These toys are delivered to children with cancer, especially those children staying in the hospital for an extended period.