The Hat Box Foundation was established in 2007 as a volunteer-based, non-profit organisation to donate free hand-made knit and crocheted hats to cancer patients and those in need. Hat Box Foundation – Crocheted Hats Recipients: People with cancer or, others in need across the United States. Donations: Hand knit or hand crocheted hats. They do not accept loomed hats. Pattern and Resource Links Please ensure the hats you make are sized to fit and reach the base of the ears and nape of the neck. They always accept hats for men, women, boys and girls, but they are currently in need…
Cancer
Halos for Hope – Chemo Caps
Halos of Hope volunteers distribute crocheted, knitted, and sewn caps to over 450 cancer centers each month. By working with local yarn shops, crochet and knitting guilds, community groups, and the annual STITCHES events, Halos of Hope is able to extend their reach. Halos for Hope The best “chemo caps” are made with love using soft yarn with minimal seaming. Remember that patients will have very sensitive scalps. Chemotherapy has a strong impact on the immune system, so patients will often machine wash and dry anything worn in treatment to remove germs. For all of these reasons, extra care must…
Feel Better Friends
The Feel Better Friends Project is an official non-profit organization. Feel Better Friends are handcrafted dolls made by volunteers worldwide for children who are battling cancer and other illnesses. Feel Better Friends These dolls are handmade to resemble each child they are being crafted for. You can learn more about Volunteering and access the doll and wig patterns HERE. Recipients: Children battling Cancer and other Illnesses. Donations of: Handmade Dolls The Dolls are made to resemble a child who is dealing with a traumatic health event. They are designed with the same hair and eye color as the child who will be receiving…
Crochet For Cancer
Crochet for Cancer is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers who crochet and donate chemo caps to cancer centers. Crochet For Cancer These chemo caps are distributed to patients who are undergoing chemotherapy and experiencing hair loss. This organization has chapters in the United States, Canada, and Australia. They accept donations of handmade chemo caps for children and adults. Please view their Donation Guidelines before beginning work on your projects. Free Chemo Cap patterns are available on their site HERE and they also have a helpful hat size chart available HERE. Please make the items in soft fibers such as cotton, or soft…
Cancer and Hematology Centers of Texas Children’s Hospital
There are several ways you can help support the patients at the Cancer and Hematology Centers of Texas Children’s Hospital. They invite crocheters, knitters, and quilters from around the world to create and donate hats of all sizes, light weight scarves, and lap size blankets. Cancer and Hematology Centers of Texas Children’s Hospital These items will go to patients of all ages to help keep them cozy and feeling cherished. One small item can make a big difference to these patients. Donations information and mailing instructions are available here: Ways to Give To find out more information about Texas Children’s Hospital go…