Good friends are like quilts …
they age with you yet never lose their warmth
A group of talented Ridgetown area ladies gather in Mt. Zion Church Hall each Wednesday morning. Their purpose is to make quilts which will bring warmth and happiness to those who do not have much of either.
Since the group formed in 1999, the number of quilts given away is now nearing 4000. The majority are donated to groups or individuals in the Chatham Kent area and beyond:
Matthew House – an organization that provides a temporary home and settlement supports to refugees
Victoria Park Place – a homeless shelter in Chatham
Crieff Hills Community – a retreat centre run by the Presbyterian Church
Hope Haven – a homeless shelter in Chatham
Individuals and families in need eg. Stranded travelers during the recent Christmas snowstorm
WANT TO PURCHASE A QUILT?
A small number of quilts are sold each year to cover material costs of those which are donated. If interested in purchasing one or having one custom made, you may call the Church office ( 519-674-3487 ) or visit the window display at: NEW TO YOU, 37 Main St. East, RIDGETOWN ON