My grandchildren do not have quilts or blankets. The maternity centers do not want anything. Too many germs can be brought in and the hospital provides the needed items while mom and baby are still in the hospital. The nurse said all soiled items are put in a bin and she didn't know what happens to them after that. I volunteer at an animal shelter, most of them do not want blankets, they will take used towels. I was told most shelters do not provide anything for the animals to sleep on. It's easier for the staff to put the animals outside while the staff hoses down the cages. The exception to that is the cats.