This sounds like a wonderful idea. I suggest getting the word out to the church members (quilters & non quilters) via the weekly bulletin or a stand up announcement before your church service & make it known that donations would be what keeps the group going & ask for donations at that time. Occasional gift cards from Jo-Ann's or Walmart would even be nice to allow you buy the supplies you need at particular times. Maybe even specify the most needed items like batting or whatever is needed most. Maybe others in the church would be willing to help even if they aren't a part of the group. Sometimes batting manufacturers will donate some batting for charity groups. Sometimes in cases where funds are very limited you may just have to make quilts as donations come in and that might not allow you to make quilts all year round but just when supplies are available. Thrift stores (Salvation Army - Goodwill - etc) are a good source for fabrics & even sewing machines at times. If your church is involved in Home Schooling it might be a way for making the quilts to be included in the curriculum. The more people involved, the more likely you will have the supplies needed to carry this project for little or no money.
I wish you the best with this endeavor.
Last edited by osewme; 08-06-2019 at 05:01 AM.