In this heartfelt episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi and Tori chat with Jen Simonic and Masey Kaplan, co-founders of Loose Ends, a nonprofit dedicated to finishing crafting projects for grieving families. Together, they explore how crafting can be a powerful tool for healing and community-building.
Topics Covered:
The origins of Loose Ends and its rapid growth to a global network of 28,000+ volunteers in 70 countries.
How technology connects unfinished projects with willing crafters.
Practical advice for crafters on organizing supplies and maintaining efficiency.
The importance of partnerships, communication, and fundraising in nonprofit success.
Real-life stories of how Loose Ends creates closure and inspires hope.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves crafting, values community, or wants to learn how creativity can support healing and connection.
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Podcast Details:
Co-Hosts:
Tori McElwain @thequiltpatchbytori
Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts
Producer:
Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
Keywords: Loose Ends, nonprofit, crafting, community, grief support, volunteer, quilting, technology, partnerships, project management, crafting, community, volunteer management, fundraising, inspiration, connection, rewards, stories, Loose Ends Project, human connection
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