Crop of HOPE

Once you choose HOPE, anything is possible.

Christopher Reeve

Each year the CWY Crafty Peeps join together in support of a Charity of the Year. Throughout the year we find ways to raise money and provide support in a variety of ways. Over the years we have raised tens of thousands of dollars supporting numerous charities through our efforts. We have found that by joining together we can make the world a better place, bring hope to others and even save lives. Being part of the extraordinary efforts of this incredible group has been uplifting and inspiring. I believe we are better and stronger together and stand ready to meet the challenge. 

Although many of our efforts yield incredible results, nothing is like the Annual CWY Crop of Hope! This unique crop features a day of crafty fun filled with games and prizes. There is always so much fun to be had. 

Our charity of the year is Operation Smile! 

Here is a little bit about this incredible charity organization. For more details, testimonials, and ways you can get involved, click the Operation Smile link provided. 

Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft lip or cleft palate. We estimate that there are millions of children waiting for care in the more than 30 countries where we work. 

The Operations Smile Mission:

Through our expertise in treating cleft lip and cleft palate, we create solutions that deliver safe surgery to people where it’s needed most.

What started as a family-led, medical-mission based organization has grown into a global network of passionate individuals united under the belief that access to safe surgery is not a privilege but a universal human right.

Empowering local health professionals through training and education creates surgical solutions that last. We’re proud that most of our medical volunteers are from the low-and middle-income countries we serve. By partnering with ministries of health, academic institutions, corporations, local health professionals and other organizations, our goal is to change lives and revolutionize how entire health systems deliver surgical care.

https://www.operationsmile.org/about-us

2023 CWY CHARITY AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT – Marlene “Gigi” Coffey

This beautiful afghan was hand knitted by Marlene "Gigi" Coffey.  Her generosity and care for others knows no bounds. Gigi is a mother and grandmother. Her open heart lets love out wherever she goes. I am so honored she has decided to support our 2023 fund raising efforts by sharing her talent and art with us. 

A little about the Bundle of HOPE Blanket: It is a wool/acrylic blend that can be machine washed (gentle cycle) and tumbled dried on low. Which means.... USE IT!!  This afghan is about 60in in length so it is perfect for snuggling on the couch while watching your favorite movie or curled up with a good book. The color pallet is soft and muted and would look so inviting in any room. 

This cozy blanket took many hours for Gigi to create, but it can be yours in minutes!! Raffle tickets are available and shipping has been donated to anywhere in the world. Well at least anywhere we can get it shipped to. We will be selling tickets for a chance to win the Bundle of Hope Blanket will a live drawing at our 2023 Crop of Hope event in June. 

In-person ticket sales: tickets are available for in person purchase and preferred. You will receive your tickets to complete with your personal information. All tickets must be returned by June 5th!!! Hey, you are in person, why not just do it right there and hand them back. Collected tickets will be added to the drawing to take place at the CWY 2023 Crop of Hope in June. 

On-line ticket sales: purchase your tickets using the link provided. You will receive a confirmation of your purchase. Your tickets will be purchased and added to the raffle drawing to take place at the CWY 2023 Crop of Hope in June. Tickets offered for on-line processing will only be available at the 7 tickets for $20.00 rate. For bulk ticket purchasing or other options please contact Tina directly. 

Thank you for joining us in our efforts to make a difference in the lives of others. You are a life saver, life changer, hope giver and joy spreader. You have changed the world!