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The Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF) has announced that locally owned Threaded Needle has become a Certified Quilts of Valor (QOV) Quilt Business. Quilts of Valor is a national community service initiative that brings together quilters to make quilts for active service members & veterans.

The QOVF was founded in 2003 by Catherine Roberts – A Blue Star Mom.  Her son’s year-long deployment to Iraq provided the initial inspiration, and her desire to see that returning warriors were welcomed home with the love and gratitude they deserved, provided the rest.

She felt that linking quilters together in a national effort could achieve her goal of covering all service members and veterans touched by war. These quilts, called Quilts of Valor would be a tangible reminder of an American’s appreciation and gratitude. This grassroots effort quickly spread across the United States and today boasts thousands of quilters from all fifty states; as of (insert current date), over (insert current count) quilts have been awarded.

QOV’s are stitched with love, prayers and healing thoughts. Service members and veterans who have been wounded or touched by war are awarded this award of gratitude that unequivocally says, “Thank you for your service, sacrifice and valor.”

For additional information on requesting a Quilt of Valor for your veteran or service member, please contact Ginger Fondren, State Coordinator, Tennessee at ginger.fondren@QOVF.org.