Patriotic quilt reading “LIBERTY & FREEDOM” displayed on a porch with American flags

Quilts for Veterans

Contact Name: Samantha Solberg
Contact Email: samantha.solberg@redcross.org
Sponsoring Organization: American Red Cross and Gate City Bank
Event Name: Quilts for Veterans drive

Event Description
Now in its fifth year, Quilts for Veterans is again inviting quiltmakers and community members to donate new quilts and fleece blankets for veterans across the region. Donations will be accepted Sept. 10 through November 11 at Gate City Bank locations across North Dakota and central Minnesota.

How to help
New quilts and fleece blankets may be handmade or purchased. Donations should:

  • Be new or made with new materials.
  • Preferably measure approximately 60 by 80 inches.
  • Feature neutral or patriotic themes.
  • Be sturdy enough for industrial washing and sterilization.
  • Have no loose yarn or strings that could catch on medical equipment.

Quilts may be dropped off at any Gate City Bank location through Nov. 11.

Find the nearest location at GateCity.Bank/Locations.