Angels 4 Warmth Inc. is a Regina non-profit group who make afghans, blankets, hats, mitts, sweaters, lap robes, and a variety of other knit and crocheted items and distributes them to the cold and needy throughout the city. Founded by Shannon Clark in 1999, the group now has more than 30 members who regularly contribute items. In the past three months, the Angels have distributed 1,466 items to charitable organizations throughout the city.
Most of the members of Angels 4 Warmth are seniors who enjoy knitting and crocheting because it gives them something to do and a way to contribute to their community. The monthly meetings are also an enjoyable social event. “It’s rewarding,” says Arlene Kenville. “It makes you feel good- and it makes the people who receive the warm clothing feel good.”
The gifts of warmth are greatly appreciated by those who received them. Recipients include cancer patients at the Allen Blair Cancer Centre, seniors at the Sunset Extendicare Home, premature babies at the General Hospital, and individuals in need throughout the city.
Member Thelma Childs emphasizes that the group is always in need of volunteers and donations. The group is happy to come visit interested groups to give knitting and crochet lessons and present information about their organization. They accept donations of wool, material for quilts, used clothing, and the drink tabs and stamps that they collect on behalf of the Pasqua Hospital. Donations can be left at Lorne Drugs at 2255 14th Avenue or at any Old Fashioned Foods in Regina, or you can contact the Angels directly. For more information, contact Thelma at 692-4786 or Arlene at 543-4475.
Apr 5, 2009