If you've ever had a special blankey, you know it's not about the warmth that it brings as much as the security and comfort it gives. Sadly, too many children are in crisis and don't even have a blankey to hold on to that would help them hope for better times.

The national organization of Project Linus's mission is two-fold. First, it is our mission to provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.”

Second, it is our mission to provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities, for the benefit of children.

For those of you who already assist in making blankets, or donate a monetary amount or supplies, we thank you for your generous support.

If you have a heart for children, Project Linus has a place for you! Get involved today by getting on our e-mail list.

A Special Note from the Will County Coordinator

Hello all you wonderful “blanketeers”! Our national chapter has delivered 3,005,973 blankets throughout the United States. There are currently 405 chapters across the United States. Our Will County chapter alone has delivered 18,800 blankets since 2001. That number looks very big. But please know, anyone who donates even one blanket is changing the lives of one whole family. It's not the quantity, but the lives changed. Nobody can put a number on the security you give to even just one child.

When I deliver your blankets I am greeted by smiles and gratitude. The workers who hand out your blankets are glad to be able to give something so simple yet something so necessary. One doctor personally picks a blanket that he thinks will go with that child. Doctors and nurses may be on the front lines, but without blanketeers, they can only give medication. You make the difference in these children's lives.

Sincerely,

Pauline Anderson

P. S. If you know of a child who could use a blanket, please call me at 815/462-1057. We are in need of baby-size and toddler-size blankets. Please check the guidelines for sizes.

Linus has a blanket that’s all his very own
It comforts and sustains him when he’s feeling quite alone
He knows that others love him for ‘twas made with special care
And because it means so much to him, it’s carried everywhere
You too can have a blanket that’s created just for you,
To comfort and support you when you’re feeling rather blue.
It’s your to keep forever, so you may always know
That others out there love you and to you our wishes go.

OUR BIGGEST NEED IS BLANKETS FOR 2 - 6 YEAR OLDS BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS. THE SIZES ARE 44" X 44" FABRIC QUILTS AND 40" X REGULAR WIDTH FOR FLEECE BLANKETS.