Hats for Heroes

Know how to knit? Show some handmade Philly love by creating knit hats for IDF soldiers! The Jewish Federation’s neighborhood Kehillot will arrange for the hats to be sent to soldiers in Israel at the Lone Soldier Center and Michael Levin Base via convenient drop off locations around Greater Philadelphia.

Volunteer DETAILS

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Hats for Heroes. To download the free hat pattern, click here. For questions, visit the FAQ or email srappaport@jewishphilly.org.

Material Instructions:

• Download free hat pattern here.
• You must use machine washable plain black worsted weight yarn. Black Superwash wool is the best, acrylic or a wool/acrylic mix.
• The recommended length and size of the yarn is 220 yards and 200 m.
• Use whatever needle you need to get gauge. The 4mm – 5.5 mm range is a good place to start. For circulars, use a small circumference, about 12” – 16”.
• Wash and dry completed hats and place them in a Ziplock bag, include a 3 x 5 card with your personal information (name, mail address, telephone number, email address). You can also include a personal note to the soldier who will receive your hat.
• Materials for the hats can be purchased at most local craft and yarn shops. Luv2Knit & More is offering a discount on tools and materials specified in the pattern for making hats for IDF soldiers.

Drop Off Locations

Please see below for the list of participating congregations and organizations which have collection stations for your finished hats.