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one by one story: My Very Own Blanket

1/25/2022

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MVOB recently received a one by one grant from 4imprint that enabled us to order branded tote bags that we can give as thank you gifts to volunteers.  The company included this story  featuring My Very Own Blanket on their website. 
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A fourth-grade boy named Joey was looking forward to the end of the school day. He liked riding the bus home and being with his friends. But today, after the bell rang, the teacher asked if he would come to the principal’s office. Once there, Joey found out he wouldn’t be going home today, but would be leaving to go live with a new family.
That scenario is how many children enter foster care. Volunteers for My Very Own Blanket are dedicated to comforting children like Joey with a handmade blanket. And with tote bag giveaways, founder and CEO Jessica Rudolph can thank volunteers for the care and love they provide.

One blanket, lasting comfort
Often, children in foster care feel they’re not lovable or they’ve done something wrong. When these children receive a handmade blanket, it’s something tangible they can hang on to that provides a sense of security and belonging, especially because so many of them have very few things to call their own.     MORE
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MVOB Offers "Jobs" to ORW Inmates

1/20/2022

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Seven inmates at the Ohio Reformatory for Women have unique jobs making quilts for children entering foster care.

Jessica Rudolph recently visited these Blanket Angels to receive 20 blankets made by the group and talk with them about the importance of their work.
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Michele Williams wrote about the visit for The Catholic Times. 
Read her article here.
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Former Foster Youth Recognized for "Rising Up & Moving On"

1/13/2022

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Paula (left), posing with her case worker Alissa above, tells her story here.
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Gabriella talks about her life during and after foster care.
At a special event each year, the Public Children Services Association of Ohio (PCSAO) presents Rising Up & Moving On awards, recognizing older youth and young adults who, despite their past trauma and time in foster care, have demonstrated resilience and success in life and education.

The honorees receive handmade quilts made by MVOB Blanket Angels. "This is a great conference we have been involved in for YEARS," said MVOB's founder Jessica Rudolph. "We are very pleased to be able to contribute a gift for these exceptional young adults."

See videos made by the other awardees:    • Hannah   • Tyleq   • Read about Mandione
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  • Home
    • News >
      • Recycle with MVOB
      • Newsletter Archive
      • True Stories
      • Video & Audio
      • Thanks to You
    • Foster Care Insights
    • About Us >
      • Board of Directors
      • Meet Our CEO/Founder
      • Contact or Visit Us
      • Meet Our Partners
      • History
      • Our Non-Profit Partners
      • Financials/Annual Reports
      • Privacy Policy
      • Position Open
  • Get Involved
    • Material Blankets/Quilts
    • Yarn Blankets - Knitted/Crocheted
    • Fleece Blankets >
      • Things to Avoid
    • Provide Transportation
    • Host a Blanket Making Event
    • Host a Blanket Making Event - Business
    • Blanket Birthday Party
    • Earn Service Hours
  • Delivering Blankets
  • FAQ
  • Donate
    • Gift to Support Our Mission
    • Invest in MVOB
    • Sponsor Blankets for Others
    • Donate to Set Up Webpage
    • Donate for Event Speaker
    • Donate to Create Custom Tag
    • Wish List
    • Giving Tuesday 2022
  • Order
    • Blanket Making Kit - Pick Up
    • Blanket Making Kit - To Ship
    • Special Tags - Pick Up
    • Special Tags - To Ship >
      • About Our Special Tags
      • Create a Custom Tag
    • CASEWORKERS to receive completed blankets
    • Rotary Club Members >
      • Rotary Blanket Kit - Pick Up
      • Rotary Blanket Kit - To Ship
      • Rotary Blanket Tags
      • Rotary Blanket Sponsorship
    • Rotary All Ohio PETS
    • Birthday Placemat
    • FUN Patches
    • Coins for Kids Baggies