Volunteers are asked to stop by and sew for a few minutes or donate their time doing other jobs related to the project. Sewing machines will be set up, and all supplies needed to construct the coats will be available. When you volunteer, the rewards are much greater than what you give. At the close of the day's sewing, the coats will be given to Matt's House director Mary Thomas for distribution to needy youth. The Master Clothing Volunteers program is new to Mississippi, but already has sewing groups in 26 counties.
Volunteers donate time to teach their sewing skills to people in their community.
In return, they get specialty training in sewing areas that interest them, Grayum said. Signs there will direct volunteers to the booth. A more ambitious goal is planned for next year where volunteers would like to sew coats for 10 days to be donated to the needy, Grayum said. MSU's Extension Service has a long history of volunteer service in the community. Family, county and community situations can be improved through addressing and meeting needs.