Wrapped in Love
A Program of Comfort and Compassion
Our Wrapped in Love program provides beautiful handmade shawls and lap blankets to families who have said yes to organ and tissue donation as a tangible expression of comfort and compassion. These shawls and lap blankets are sent to our donor families around two years following their loved one’s passing to continue to honor the gift of donation by providing support and care.
“Dropping a note to thank you for the beautiful handmade shawl. My husband passed away two years ago and every day I think of him as it was so unexpected. I was glad he was able to give the gift of sight to two people. My shawl will give me peace and comfort when I am wrapped in love.”
- Received from the wife of a tissue donor
Want to get involved?
Whether you enjoy knitting or crocheting or would like to help us package and send these beautiful gifts, your support helps us honor the families whose loved ones gave the gift of life.
Finished items are accepted year-round and may be:
- Brought to monthly meetings
- Dropped off at our headquarters (use the drop-off box in the vestibule at our front entrance)
- Mailed to:
NJ Sharing Network
Attn: Wrapped in Love
691 Central Avenue
New Providence, NJ 07974
Need yarn?
Contact Ametra Burton or call (551) 689-3150 for assistance.
Guidelines for Shawls and Lap Blankets
Colors:
All colors and combinations are welcome, however, we kindly request the use of blue, green, or neutral colors.
Sizing:
We accept a variety of sizes and shapes. Please ensure pieces are sized for an adult.
Shawls:
- Length (long side): 60–70 inches (rectangle or triangle)
- Triangle shape: 36–47 inches tall (top to point)
- Rectangle shape: Minimum 18 inches wide
Lap Blankets:
A variety of dimensions are accepted. Examples include:
- 35” x 35”
- 35” x 40”
- 34” x 38”
- 33” x 41”
- 36” x 36”
- 36” x 42”
- Lapghan: 36” x 48”
- Red Heart pattern: 32” x 48”
Note: Please avoid oversized lap blankets, as they must fit into large, padded envelopes for mailing.
Upcoming Packing Dates:
- Wednesday, October 1, 2025
- Wednesday, December 10, 2025
If you’d like to attend a packing date, please contact Ametra Burton or call (551) 689-3150
“Dear Wrapped in Love, I want to thank you for your lovely gift of the handmade shawl on behalf of my loving son. God works in mysterious ways. I received the shawl on what would have been my 27th wedding anniversary. I was feeling sad that day, I had just sent up balloons to heaven when your package arrived. It was heartwarming and it reminded me that the spirit of my loved ones is still with me. Thank you again for such a thoughtful gift.”
- Received from the mother of an organ donor
Thank you for helping us share warmth and gratitude with donor families through Wrapped in Love. 💙💚