It seems like there is a new baby born to a Ronald McDonald House family almost every week! It is always an occasion for celebration. Every child is gift, but most especially when that child may be ill. Your help in providing a handmade knitted or crocheted blanket to each of our new additions would be greatly appreciated.

• Blanket should be at least 30” by 40”. We welcome blankets of all patterns and colors.
• Please use a soft yarn that will be gentle on baby’s skin.
• Blankets should be crafted from new, clean yarn only. Please do not use yarn that has been used for other purposes or has been kept in storage.
• We will also be happy to accept your knitted or crocheted stuff animals!
• It is recommended that you wash and bag your blanket before bringing it to the House.

Fleece Tie Blankets

Fluffy, soft fleece blankets are so easy to make and the children of Ronald McDonald House really enjoy having a special blanket of their own. Your help in bringing some comfort to our little ones would be so appreciated.

• Blanket should be at least 40” by 40”, but can be larger. We welcome blankets of all patterns and colors.
• There are many websites that provide detailed instructions on completing the blankets. You may choose the one that works best for you.
• Blankets should be crafted from new, clean fabric only. Please do not use fabrics that have been used for other purposes or kept in storage.
• It is recommended that you wash and bag your blanket(s) before bringing it to the House.

Blankets can be dropped off at our House any day between 9 AM and 9 PM. There is no need to call ahead unless you’d like to have a tour. In that case, just let us know when you’d like to come in, and we’ll be sure to arrange it. Don’t forget to fill out a donation form or have community service forms signed while you are here.

Thank you very much for helping us make the children feel welcome.

Important Notes: Always start with clean, new yarn and/or wash your fabric before beginning. Please use scent and dye free detergents and dryer sheets.

• Wash your hands and work area before beginning.
• Please do not work on blankets while wearing perfume or scented lotions or where there are pets, candles burning or smokers.
• Anyone who is coughing, feverish, has a runny nose or has been exposed to a contagious disease should not be involved with the creation of the blankets or visit our House.
• Ronald McDonald House is a non-denominational facility. Please do include any religious references.
• No community restitution or court ordered volunteers can be accepted.

Sincerely,

Lisa Davis
Meals and Activities Coordinator
513-636-2760
ldavis@RMHouse.org

For the safety of our House children and parents, anyone who is coughing, feverish, has a runny nose or has been exposed to a contagious disease should not be involved in blanket making. Some of our children have immune-suppressed bodies and cannot fight even the simplest cold. Do not make blankets in areas with pets or pet hair.

*** No community restitution or court ordered volunteers can be accepted. ***