Our quilting group makes charity quilts. We ask friends who sew to think about donating thier scraps, we shop yard sales, Resale shops. At times I have bout a large bag of cottons for $3.oo. I got a lawn bag full at a fund raiser for the high school band for $3 and there were several 2 and 3 yd pieces. Just keep an eye out. You can also try making a raffle quilt and raise money. How about teaching a once a week beginners class in your home? I have done this and it works. Marvel