Christina Stassforth, Area Coordinator

512-534-7159

binkypatrolaustin @ gmail.com

Please help make a difference in a child’s life here in the Austin Community!

We are an all-volunteer, national, non-profit organization that make blankets to comfort children who are sick, abused, underprivileged and homeless in Austin. Please reach out if you are interested in helping!

If you have a church group or scout troop that needs a project….this is a great one!  This is also a great project for community service hours. Contact me to find out how easy it is to make no-sew fleece blankets!

How can you help?

1). Volunteer your time to make blankets (fleece, crocheted, knitted, or quilted) and donate them to our chapter. We will then stitch a Binky Patrol label on the blankets and deliver them to local children in need of comfort. We accept all types of new handmade blankets.

2). Donate materials to make blankets including fleece, other fabric, batting, yarn, and other sewing supplies. Tax receipts are given for your donation.

3). Monetary donations can be made through the Binky Patrol National Office at https://binkypatrol.org/forms.cfm?id=16   Please reference “Funds for Austin, TX Chapter” in the additional info text box on the donation form. Tax receipts are given for your donation.

Thank you in advance for your support.  It is very much appreciated.

Sincerely,

Christina

Elly Fields Spreading Warmth and Love One Stitch At A Time
Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Elly Fields of San Antonio, TX recently donated a collection of gorgeous handmade crochet blankets. Thank you, Elly, for your generosity and for bringing warmth to the lives of those who need it most. Your contribution to Binky Patrol is a testament to the goodness in our communities and the incredible impact that one person can make.
Canyon Ridge Middle School National Junior Honor Society Gives Back With Blanket Donation
Saturday, March 8, 2025 – A huge thank you to the students of Canyon Ridge Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society for their generous blanket donation to Binky Patrol! Your kindness and dedication to helping others will bring warmth and comfort to those in need.
Binky Patrol Donates to Settlement Home for the Holidays!
Monday, December 23, 2024 – As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving comes alive in communities across the nation. This year, Binky Patrol has extended its heartwarming mission to Austin’s Settlement Home for Children, which provides critical support to children in need, offering programs that foster stability, education, and empowerment.  Christina Stassforth, Austin Area Coordinator, made this donation on behalf of Binky Patrol and its volunteers.

Binky Patrol Makes Second Heartfelt Donation to Dell Children’s Hospital Northwest

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 – Christina Stassforth, Austin Area Coordinator, delivers another round of blanket donations to Dell Children’s Hospital. This marks the second donation from Binky Patrol, providing soft, comforting blankets to young patients in need. The blankets, crafted by dedicated volunteers, are designed to offer warmth, security, and a sense of care to children undergoing medical treatment.

Binky Patrol Donates to Texas Children’s Hospital New Northwest Austin Location!

Monday, February 19, 2024 – In celebration of the grand opening of the Texas Children’s Hospital Northwest Austin location, the Binky Patrol Austin Chapter brought warmth and comfort to young patients by donating a collection of handmade fleece blankets.

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Blanket Making Event
Saturday, December 9, 2023 – Binky Patrol was on hand to facilitate a blanket-making event at a Youth Leadership Council Meeting for homeless youth.
Laurel Mountain Elementary School Supports Binky Patrol
Friday, September 29, 2023 – Christina Stassforth, Austin Area Coordinator, was on hand to facilitate a blanket-making event for Binky Patrol.  Fifth grade teacher, Allison Oliver and 25 students graciously donated their time to make blankets.  Thank you LME for making a difference for children in Austin!
Binky Patrol at Dell Inc. Headquarters in Round Rock
Wednesday, August 2, 2023 – Great turnout of nearly 30 Dell employees, who participated in a Binky Patrol blanket making event.  Thanks so much for inviting me to facilitate your event and supporting children in the Austin Community.

Stony Point High School’s, Pay It Forward student organization, donates to Binky Patrol

Saturday, April 29, 2023 – A big thank you to student’s at Stony Point High School’s, Pay it Forward organization and teacher and club sponsor, Allison Bahneman, for your blanket donation to Binky Patrol.

Binky Patrol celebrates the opening of Dell Children’s Hospital new Northwest Austin location

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 – To commemorate the grand opening of the new Dell Children’s Hospital Northwest location, the Binky Patrol Austin Chapter made an initial donation of 50 fleece blankets.  Cathy Heckenlively, Chief Administrative Officer, was on-hand to receive this generous donation from Christina Stassforth, Austin Area Coordinator.

New Chapter: July 14, 2022