I and a friend are local QOV coordinators. We hold sew days at a local quilt shop. We have been blessed with several machines that were donated for folks stopping by the quilt shop that want to make a block or two. These machines have proved invaluable. While some did not us personally the know of the QOV mission. So even if you do not know the person receiving your donated machine please don't think they are not appreciated. You may have a group near you that would be thrilled to have one donated. When I received more machines than I needed, I donated to Home of the Brave, a shelter for homeless vets. And another went to a men's homeless shelter. They use them for repairs or to hem pants needed to apply for work. Reach out to churches or your city office for other suggestions of places that may need machines.