It's a generous thing to want to send quilts to TX but they are announcing the need for funds rather than "things" right now. A quilt will not provide for fuel for the helicopters that are rescuing people. Red Cross and Salvation Army have supplies and are right there but need money to provide what is needed. Besides, how would you even get things into those areas right now? Roads are flooded and even the airports are closed. Sending things would only provide more confusion. Do be sure to donate to reputable organizations such as Red Cross and Salvation Army. In our area HyVee (food stores) is sponsoring a matching funds project to benefit people in TX. I assume this will also go into LA as the storm is going to impact all of the Gulf Coast. Unfortunately there are people who will operate scams in this disaster, taking advantage of the mess and those who want to help. Be careful with your generosity!