Thank You Notes and Letters to the Guild
Hi, Great to meet you all from the Northern NM Quilt Guild today!
Some feedback from clients on the quilts:
A client with a child on the spectrum picked out an adorable pumpkin print child’s quilt – and stated that he loves pumpkins, and this will be so wonderful – because “there’s really not much for him for Christmas this year.’
Client stated he was so happy to wrap up in it! A client in a domestic violence situation stated she has not purchased new bedding in years and was in tears when receiving her quilt. The trees on it gave her “a peaceful feeling”.
I just gave away one of the large quilts you gave us today to one of our youngest clients, a 4 year old who loves cats! She was delighted!! Here’s the quilt pictured in our clinical playroom.
You asked for the quantity of quilts-- our best guess would be to have 1-2 quilts per Clinician to give a way a month. We are absolutely happy to receive whatever is possible to give! There are 6 clinicians- and average 12-20 clients per week; many are consistent clients with new clients added as we are able from our waiting list. So 75-100 quilts a year? We are delighted with the 2 dozen you gave us at Christmas! Again, we are grateful for any amount – please know that DO make a difference in the lives of our clients… to feel the love that is put into them. Warmly, Melissa Smith, MA, LMHC Solace Sexual Assault Services
Dear Cindy and NM Quilting Guild,
Thank you for the generous donation of beautiful quilts this winter! You have helped many of our families stay warm during this cold weather.
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Jordana "Jordy" Dralle
She, Her, Hers
Adelante Warehouse Manager
Thank you for the generous donation of beautiful quilts this winter! You have helped many of our families stay warm during this cold weather.
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Jordana "Jordy" Dralle
She, Her, Hers
Adelante Warehouse Manager
Dear Cindy Gregory,
Subject: Heartfelt Gratitude for your Generous Quilt Donations
I hope this email finds you well. On behalf of Growing Up NM, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for the incredibly generous donation of beautiful handmade quilts that we received today from your esteemed guild.
The warmth and craftsmanship put into each quilt are truly remarkable and we feel fortunate to be the recipients of such heartfelt creations. Your dedication to crafting these quilts has not only resulted in stunning works of art but has also made a significant impact on the families we serve, particularly with young children. The appreciation expressed by the families upon receiving these quilts are truly heartwarming.
Our staff at Growing Up NM is equally grateful for your support. Your willingness to share your talents and resources has empowered us to fulfill our mission of assisting families in our community. Please accept our heartfelt thanks for your commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others. We are honored to collaborate with such a compassionate and dedicated group as the Northern NM Quilt Guild. We look forward to continuing working together to bring comfort and joy to those who need it most.
Once again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your quilts are not just blankets; they are symbols of love, care, and community, making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.
Warm regards,
Growing Up NM Team
Rita Bermudo
Office Manager/Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program Manager
Subject: Heartfelt Gratitude for your Generous Quilt Donations
I hope this email finds you well. On behalf of Growing Up NM, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for the incredibly generous donation of beautiful handmade quilts that we received today from your esteemed guild.
The warmth and craftsmanship put into each quilt are truly remarkable and we feel fortunate to be the recipients of such heartfelt creations. Your dedication to crafting these quilts has not only resulted in stunning works of art but has also made a significant impact on the families we serve, particularly with young children. The appreciation expressed by the families upon receiving these quilts are truly heartwarming.
Our staff at Growing Up NM is equally grateful for your support. Your willingness to share your talents and resources has empowered us to fulfill our mission of assisting families in our community. Please accept our heartfelt thanks for your commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others. We are honored to collaborate with such a compassionate and dedicated group as the Northern NM Quilt Guild. We look forward to continuing working together to bring comfort and joy to those who need it most.
Once again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your quilts are not just blankets; they are symbols of love, care, and community, making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.
Warm regards,
Growing Up NM Team
Rita Bermudo
Office Manager/Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program Manager
From Kitchen Angel's VP of Philanthropy, Dwayne Trujillo:
"Please tell the other amazing quilters we are eternally grateful for their hard work and dedicated efforts. Our clients calls us every year to tell us they absolutely love the placemats.
Please see attached pics from last year. We fold the placemats in horizontal half and wrap them in cellophane with a ribbon. Everything is wrapped perfectly to fit in the box.
All 200’ish of our clients receive a Holiday gift box which includes a placemat and a variety of goodies."
Dear Guild Members,
I am sleeping under one of the quilts you gifted to cancer patients at St. Vincent Cancer Center. I got a star quilt! I have always loved and wanted a star quilt and it magically appeared!
Thank you for my precious gift.
With affection,
Genevieve Davis
I am sleeping under one of the quilts you gifted to cancer patients at St. Vincent Cancer Center. I got a star quilt! I have always loved and wanted a star quilt and it magically appeared!
Thank you for my precious gift.
With affection,
Genevieve Davis
Dear Le,
For Jerri Bryson and Lynne Horpedahl
Dear Jerri and Lynne,
I thank you both very, very much for the beautiful quilt that you recently made for me. Just being selected to go on the Honor Flight is a very special honor for me and one I deeply appreciate, but then to be given this remarkable and beautiful quilt is even more of a honor. Thank you making it. It will be put to good use on a daily basis when I lie back in my lazy-boy type chair to take my mid afternoon nap with the air conditioner on and my new Quilt of Valor pulled over me .
Sincerely,
Don Hente
For Jerri Bryson and Lynne Horpedahl
Dear Jerri and Lynne,
I thank you both very, very much for the beautiful quilt that you recently made for me. Just being selected to go on the Honor Flight is a very special honor for me and one I deeply appreciate, but then to be given this remarkable and beautiful quilt is even more of a honor. Thank you making it. It will be put to good use on a daily basis when I lie back in my lazy-boy type chair to take my mid afternoon nap with the air conditioner on and my new Quilt of Valor pulled over me .
Sincerely,
Don Hente