Service Projects

Millstream Knitting Guild Service Projects for 2026

The Guild decided to continue supporting the Hope Pregnancy Clinic and making hats for the Salem Assistance League in 2026. At the March meeting, we also agreed to make hats for the Salem Soup Squad this year. The Salem Soup Squad collects hats, gloves, and other warm gear throughout the year and distributes them during the cold-weather months.

Hope Pregnancy Clinic

Hope Pregnancy Clinic has been serving Marion and Polk counties since 1985. We exist to help women who are unprepared for pregnancy to make healthy, life-affirming decisions. Our services are provided at no cost to the patients.

Hope accepts baby booties, baby hats, baby blankets and more. For knit items, we look for hats (size newborn to 6 months), booties/socks (newborn), and baby blankets (approx. 30″ x 30″). A list of suggested patterns for baby items is available, as well as a flyer that includes sizes (dimensions in inches) for some of the most commonly made items.

photo of knitted baby blankets, hats and booties in various colors
photo of knitted baby blankets, hats, and booties in many different colors
photo of knitted baby blankets, hats and booties in various colors
Thank you card with photo of knitted baby hats and booties in various colors; text: Thank you Salem Millstream Knitting Guild for making and donating these beautiful handmade items! They will bless moms and babies in our area! We are so thankful for the many talented individuals and groups who share their talents, supplies and time to bless our patients.