My son worked on sewing machines for 14 years. He loves to fix things. If we could fix the motor -- there's a reason why someone wedged a piece of cardboard in the motor area. The light could be fixed. My son is also very supportive of our military personnel. You're in Oklahoma, though, and we're in Florida. Otherwise, we might get together to see if we can fix it before you donate it! I have a cousin who lives in Oklahoma who has a quilt shop!
Distance is a real pain, isn't it?
Jeanette Frantz