Do you have a American Legion or a VFW near you? I,too, am in MN and there is a VFW in the city nearest me. I would think you could find info there. Also, isn't there several Veteran's Hospital's in MN? I know what you mean about the Quilts of Valor being very restrictive in their rules. I must confess I was a little put off by the rules that must be adhered to so that a Quilt of Valor would be accepted. Good Luck!