What is a Quilt of Valor presentation?
A Quilt of Valor® (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran who has been touched by war. The Quilt says unequivocally, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.”
What are the rules for a Quilt of Valor?
There are standards that all Quilts of Valor must meet. They must be a generous lap-sized quilt (minimum of 55 inches by 65 inches) made with quality fabrics, and machine or hand quilted. They must include a Quilts of Valor label that includes the name(s) of the quilter, and a blank space for the name of the recipient.
What gave her the idea for the quilts of valor?
With a son deployed in Iraq – a gunner sitting atop a Humvee – she felt ten seconds away from panic 24-hours a day, every day. It was during that time her son was deployed that she had the idea of comforting Veterans with quilts.
What does touched by war mean?
What does “touched by war” mean? Only Service Members or living Veterans of the Armed Forces know what touched by war means to them, if they have been touched by war or whether they wish to share their experiences. We honor their wishes and do not judge.
Can anyone present a Quilt of Valor?
QOVF awards quilts only to service members and living veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. QOVF acknowledges and appreciates the support of families. We also remember and honor those who have given their lives for our freedoms, but do not award QOVs posthumously.
Do Quilts of Valor have to be red white and blue?
A Quilt of Valor does not have to be red, white and blue, but patriotic colors are very popular with recipients. Panels can provide a great focal point and bring in other colors. Think creatively with the recipient in mind.
Who can receive a Quilt of Valor?
Their mission is to honor service members and veterans who have been touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. To date, 271,408 Quilts of Valor have been awarded to veterans and active military men and women. The top of the quilt is made of many pieces of various designs, fabrics, sizes and shapes.
Who receives a Quilt of Valor?
Who is eligible for a QOV? Any service member or living veteran who served in one of the following branches: Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Members of the activated National Guard and activated or active duty-special work (ADSW) reservists are included.
Can any veteran receive a Quilt of Valor?
A Quilt of Valor may be awarded to a Service Member or Veteran known to you who has been touched by war. Please verify with them that have not previously received a Quilt of Valor. A QOV may be awarded in a presentation case, but this is not required.
Who should receive a Quilt of Valor?
Who receives quilts of valor?
veterans
To date, 271,408 Quilts of Valor have been awarded to veterans and active military men and women. The top of the quilt is made of many pieces of various designs, fabrics, sizes and shapes. Their variety represents the community that we are: we are all different, but we come together to make a unique togetherness.
How many QOV have been awarded?
As many of you know, we’ve awarded more than 212,000 quilts throughout our nation to date.
What is the quilt of Valor project?
About Quilts of Valor At the beginning of this year, I asked if anyone had special requests for projects or tutorials. Several people asked for a Quilt of Valorproject. If you’re new to QOV, it’s a non-profit foundation whose mission is to “….cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.”
Who was surprised to receive the quilt of Valor?
The awarding of the quilt was kept a secret, not an easy task since Bonnie is also a member of the Quilts of Valor group, but we did it. I didn’t tell one single soul for the month that I knew this quilt would be mine to present and who I would present to, not even DH!! Bonnie was completely surprised.
Why do we give quilts to veterans with quilts?
With a son deployed in Iraq – a gunner sitting atop a Humvee – she felt ten seconds away from panic 24-hours a day, every day. It was during that time her son was deployed that she had the idea of comforting Veterans with quilts.