That is a wonderful idea for a quilt. I agree that if you want to make sure it goes to a Minnesotan, you should donate it locally at the VA hospital. You could also check with the Guard Unit in Minneapolis and see if there is an ombudsman who could direct you. Or you can go online and find a local quilt guild that might be doing them. The local quilt shops sometimes host groups that make QOV's. I was originally from Southern Minnesota and I still have 2 children and their families living there in Mankato and Pine Island so I get there a couple times a year. Good luck.