Operation Cover Up

Join thousands of Kiwis knitting warmth and giving hope to families and children in need for Eastern Europe.

Winter in Eastern Europe can get as low as -25°C and many children, families and the elderly have little to keep them warm in a harsh winter.  Thanks to the great work of Liz Clarke and her team of coordinators, hundreds of Kiwis are knitting, donating wool, fundraising for shipping costs and preparing the items for shipping. We now send two 40ft shipping containers each year bursting with blankets and clothing as well as other items to those living in poverty or other vulnerable situations.

Knit With Purpose, Join the Impact

Knit

Find out about groups in your local area where you can knit with others, learn new skills, and discover places to drop off your knitted items for those in need.

Donate

Purchase woolen knitting yarn or donate to cover shipping costs. Please contact your local coordinator to know where to drop off wool or any donations

Get in touch to find a local knitting coordinator and stay updated through our quarterly OCU newsletter