Firehouse Quilts of Colorado News

Firehouse Quilts received $2,790 in donations from January 1 through March 31, 2026, and we are so grateful for this incredible support. This includes $370 from the King Soopers Community Awards program and $50 from the PayPal Giving Fund, along with generous individual donations from Maureen S., Jan H., the Solana Quilting Group, and Dana S. These donations go toward one of our most essential needs: batting. Batting is the soft inner layer that gives each quilt its warmth a

On April 14, Jacque, Cathy and Karen delivered 49 quilts, six afghans, 10 receiving blankets with burp cloths, 15 pillowcases and 10 toys to Lynda, the Operations Manager at Marisol Homes. Part of Catholic Charities of Denver, Marisol Homes provides an extended stay shelter for pregnant women and single women with children. While clients can remain there up to a year, the average stay is six to eight months. Currently there are 14 women and six children in residence. The wome

Following our April Sew Day, Barbara C. delivered 15 beautiful quilts and 36 pillowcases to Abby and Jill at Craig Hospital . As usual, she was welcomed with open arms! While there, Barbara met Madison and her family. They were visiting from the Seattle area for follow-up care, and what a delightful young lady she is. After looking through some of the quilts from Firehouse Quilts, we asked about her favorite colors. She chose gold and black. Take a look at the stunning quilt

For nearly 15 years, Firehouse Quilts has proudly donated quilts to attendees of the Sweetheart Dance. This special event is hosted by the Highlands Ranch Therapeutic Program, whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals of all ages with special needs. On February 27, FHQ contributed quilts, bags, pillowcases, stuffed toys, wall hangings, and table runners for the celebration. Summer A., the program’s director, shared, “Thanks to FHQ’s amazing generosity, e

The Sew Day on March 18, was held at the LDS Church in Lakewood, and once again we extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful hosts, Bonnie and Bob M. Along with other church members, they took care of setting up and taking down all the tables and chairs for our 57 attendees, making the day run smoothly from start to finish. Thanks to an overflowing inventory, boxes and boxes of fat quarters were available, and members had a great time selecting their favorite fabric combin

Firehouse Quilts recently delivered 35 quilts to the Arvada Fire Department Administration Building, with Barbara C making the drop off at one of their stations. Jillian, Jimmy, and Tracey were there to receive the quilts and shared how they distribute them throughout the community. Many of the quilts go to families in the local Head Start program, while others are given to seniors during firefighter wellness checks. Tracey also shared a memorable moment from a recent visit w

It takes many volunteers, busy hands, and humming sewing machines to create the large number of quilts and special items produced each month for Firehouse Quilts. At our February sew day, 190 quilts were turned in, bringing our 2026 total to 444 quilts already. We are so grateful for the dedication of our members. Sew days are more than just productive. They are filled with friendship, creativity, and the joy of working side by side for a meaningful cause. February focused on

On February 6, Lynn and Christie delivered 40 snuggle quilts to Teresa and the volunteers at Ralston House . They were thrilled to receive them. Ralston House is a child advocacy center that partners with law enforcement, child protective services, and the district attorney’s offices in Jefferson, Adams, Gilpin, and Broomfield counties. They provide a safe, child-friendly place to investigate abuse and to ensure that children who have been physically or sexually abused, or wh

On Friday, February 6, Barbara C delivered 15 lap size and 40 snuggle quilts to Stephanie of Three Birds Alliance . Stephanie laughed when she saw them all and said she now had motivation to clean out a large closet that has needed attention for quite some time. Storing these quilts is much more important! Recently, a mother with three children arrived at Three Birds in need of safety and was thrilled to find a warm and cheery quilt waiting for her. As she and Stephanie set u

Cathy, Christie, Jacque, and Karen traveled to Idaho Springs on February 2 to meet with Clear Creek Advocates and deliver 18 adult quilts and 40 snuggle quilts. Clear Creek Advocates is community based rather than connected to a police or social services department, although they work closely with these agencies. They provide 24/7 crisis intervention and support. Services include protection order assistance, legal advocacy and referrals, emergency and long term housing suppo

Our January 21 sew day marked the first sew day of 2026, and it set the tone for an incredible year ahead. We were thrilled to welcome a record-breaking 73 people throughout the day. Some stayed to sew, others stopped by to drop off finished quilts, and many joined us for bed turning before heading out. Every role played a part in the day’s success. By the end of the day, an impressive total of 255 quilts had been turned in, along with 29 pillowcases, 5 receiving blankets, 2

Bad weather canceled the Firehouse Quilts holiday party in December, so it was postponed to January 7. Over 50 members attended the luncheon at St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch. Guests enjoyed a meal of delicious Olive Garden food, followed by cheesecake for dessert. Cathy D. made charming table favors, and everyone received a gift bag filled with an assortment of goodies. Barbara C. gave a presentation about the Underground Railroad, explaining how safe houses

Like many non-profits, most of the donations that Firehouse Quilts receives occur during the last quarter of the year and 2025 was no exception. Our largest fundraiser was the Colorado Gives Day campaign which began in November and ran through December 9. During that timeframe, over $8,000 was contributed to FHQ by members and other supporters. In total, almost $11,000 was donated to FHQ during the fourth quarter of 2025. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made that quarter our

In mid-January, Christie M and Barbara C delivered 24 quilts to Three Birds Alliance , an organization that provides pathways to healing and hope for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Stephanie, the Volunteer Coordinator, was on hand to accept the donation. During our visit, we learned that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will be affected by domestic violence in their lifetime. Three Birds Alliance, formerly known as Gateway Domestic Violence Services, opera

There is always a strong push during the final two months of the year for members to finish quilts and other projects in preparation for deliveries. In 2025, thanks to the dedication of Firehouse Quilts members, 2,178 quilts were turned in at sew days. These quilts were added to inventory and donated throughout the year. In total, there were 47 deliveries made across Colorado in 2025, with 2,246 quilts donated to children and patients in need. This number is nearly as large a

Child Safe is celebrating 40 years of helping children who have experienced sexual abuse. Over the years, there have been countless stories about how donated quilts have brought comfort not only to their young clients, but also to their parents and caregivers. One staff member shared this story: “A mom who regularly brought her two children in for therapy would often choose the same quilt draped over the back of a chair. While her children were in session, she would snuggle

On December 11, 2025, Barbara M. and Carol G.’s husband, Bill, delivered a car full of wonderful handmade items to TESSA in Colorado Springs. The delivery included 108 quilts, 114 pillowcases, 61 Christmas stockings, 23 handmade toys, and 14 knitted hats. Lauren B., TESSA Coordinator, was amazed when she saw the overloaded car. She sends a heartfelt thank you to everyone for the beautiful items you continue to make and donate. TESSA was established in 1977 in Colorado Spring

Twenty quilts and 26 Christmas pillowcases were delivered to Craig Hospital on December 10, following the Firehouse Quilts Sew Day by Barbara C. Jill and Abby were on hand to receive these items... just in time for Christmas. In addition to the Firehouse quilts and pillowcases, patients were given filled stockings (donated by another group), delivered by Craig's CEO. There was a gingerbread contest of gingerbread houses made by staff and a special Christmas Day dinner, which

The final sew day of the year was on December 10, with 53 members attending and turning in 97 quilts. It’s been a productive year for the ladies who have made and turned in 2,178 quilts which is truly amazing. The members are devoted to making and donating quilts to children and patients in need across Colorado. Other fun items that were brought to sew day were stuffed toys, baby hats and booties, and pillowcases. We had a visit from Dickens, who tried his luck at participati

Jacque, Lynn, and Christie delivered 17 kids quilts, 12 mom quilts, 20 stockings, and 12 squishmallows to Nick at the corporate office of Warren Village on December 8, 2025. Some of the items will be handed out at their Christmas parties and the quilts will go on beds in their facilities at the Gilpin campus. Warren Village provides a supportive community for single-parent families. There are 92 units of safe housing, onsite early childhood education, and programs promoting