I’ve been remiss in promoting this fundraiser, and now it’s only a week away! On April 11, I will knit for (roughly) 12 hours in support of four major charitable organizations:
In just a few weeks, Knit for Food has raised over $283,000, well within reach of the overall goal of $300,000. Last year we raised OVER $500,000 so my fingers are crossed that we exceed our goal this year.
Please note that 100% of the donations will be shared equally among Feeding America, World Central Kitchen, No Kid Hungry, and Meals on Wheels.
I still have not decided what I’ll be knitting. As it is, I have more knitting projects lined up than there are days in the month so I’ll be able to keep myself busy. That’s not the problem. What I’ve been stymied by is whether to offer a knitted item as a gift in order to encourage donations.
Last year, I gave knitted items to randomly selected donors, and that was fun. Yet, I’ve been feeling I need to do something different this year. So many more people in the U.S. are hurting and struggling this year than last. I want to make more of an impact, even if it is still just a drop in the bucket. So …
For every person who donates to my team, I will give $5 to a local food bank, Second Harvest of the Big Bend.
This not an original idea. On Facebook, another knitter posted that she was going to do this instead of offering gifts, and her message sung to me.
To those of you who have already donated to my team, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.
To those who might be thinking about it, please know that no donation is too small. If you donate $5, I will still put $5 toward Second Harvest.
So, if you wish to donate, here’s the link to my team of one: https://givebutter.com/knitforfood26/team-marie-in-tallahassee/mariebailey
Of course, any cheerleading you can offer will also be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for reading and for your support.
Marie at 1 Write Way 
9 responses to “Very Friendly Reminder: Knit for Food Knit-a-Thon 2026”
All the best on the fundraiser, Marie. 😊
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Thank you, John 🩷
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Good luck with the knitting and the fundraiser, Marie! Worthy organizations!
I had to look back to see if I had donated. 😊
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Thank you, Merril! Yes, you donated already and many thanks for that 🩷
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You’re welcome! 💙
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What a lovely idea to donate to Second Harvest. How generous of you! You got this whatever you decide to knit. Keeps your fingers nimble, I suppose. See you soon, I hope. Carol
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Thank you, Carol! I am so glad that I saw that knitter’s post on Facebook 🙂 I hope I see you soon too 🤗
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So glad you posted this, Marie. I’ve been waiting for the deets on your participation for this year. Something national, something local. Perfect. Last year I think you posted a few mini-video clips of your clacking needles & you during the event…I love how this is such a hands on means of craftivism that fits you to a tee. hugs.
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Thank you, Laura, and many thanks for your donation. I’ve felt a bit paralyzed lately … overwhelmed with all that’s going on, all the suffering, and I feel helpless. But when I was given the idea of donating to a local food bank, I felt it was a win-win, at least a way to have a bit more impact. The videos were fun to do last year (with my husband’s help). I’ll probably do something similar this year … at least I won’t have to be knitting while standing … lol. Thank you again 🤗
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