Zinky's Quilts and Crafts is proud to coordinate these raffles to support the work of Sarah's Bag Ladies (SBL). Started in 2017, SBL is comprised largely of volunteers. Click HERE to connect with them on Facebook. At this time, we are mindfully gathering with small groups, including UTA students, retirement centers and local community groups to process used grocery sacks into plastic yarn. We are extremely careful to maintain social distancing, wear masks, and engage in hand-washing before and after each event.

This plastic yarn is then converted into mats for the homeless served by the The Salvation Army Fort Worth and for a pilot program with animal shelters in Fort Worth and Mansfield, Texas. These monthly quilt raffles help to supplement this work with college students and volunteers in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and to cover expenses such as printing, mileage and administrative expenses.

This month's quilt came to us from the Arlington ReSale store, and a portion of the proceeds of this raffle is going to support the work that they do. They are committed to providing support for new moms and quality merchandise at reasonable prices. Women who receive a positive pregnancy test at one of the Metroplex Women’s Clinics can join S.T.E.P. (Successful Training for Effective Parenting) and receive a $20 gift certificate to use at Arlington ReSale. They do all they can to help parents take great care of their young ones. You can find out more about this important organization by visiting www.FriendsofAMPC.com