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A chili cook-off lunch raised just over $500 for supplies to make Quilts of Valor. The Las Vegas Chapter of Quilts of Valor has presented thousands of quilts to those who have served our country, including Flights of Honor veterans and veterans who have successfully completed veterans’ court in District Court, Justice Court and the Las Vegas Municipal Court here in our community. Each quilt is lovingly crafted by volunteers to bring the veterans comfort and to let them know that their service is truly appreciated.

Clara Thomas from the District Attorney’s office was crowned the Chili Champ this year. Other winners were District Court Judge Nancy Allf and Glen O’Brien from the District Attorney’s office. He admitted his wife Susan was the real winner, since she made the chili. Clara took home the 2018 champ’s apron, a mini quilt, a Cheesecake Factory gift card and some serious bragging rights. Our other winners took home mini quilts made from Quilts of Valor fabric remnants. Big thanks to the winners and all those who made chili, and to all who joined the chili cook-off fun.

The Quilt of Valor Foundation was founded in 2003, by Blue Star mom Catherine Roberts from her sewing room. Blue Star moms are those who have a son or daughter in active service. Her son Nathanael’s deployment to Iraq served as the initial inspiration for the foundation. That has since presented thousands of quilts nationwide to those who have served our country.

Veterans’ courts are hybrid drug and mental health courts that use the drug court model to serve veterans struggling with addiction, serious mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders. They promote sobriety, recovery and stability through a coordinated response that involves cooperation and collaboration with the traditional partners found in drug and mental health courts and agencies.

The local chapter of Quilt of Valor meets the second Friday of the month at 8670 W. Cheyenne Ave. from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in room 105. Volunteers are always welcome; no quilting experience is necessary. For more information call 702-357-0377.

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