Knitting for charity does more than give the person donating warm fuzzies. It helps provide babies with hats, homeless people with cozy blankets—and more importantly, it shows someone that you care. Use this collection of 31 knit hat patterns to get started!

If you don't know where to begin, try contacting your local hospital. Many hospitals are looking for chemo caps and hats for underprivileged patients. There are also many charities that take charity knitting very seriously. Find a list of common charities here, get knitting, and start making a difference in someone's life.

It's amazing how small gestures such as knitting a hat can have such a big impact on someone in need. It doesn't matter if you know the lucky recipient of your charity knitting pattern because it is sure to put a smile on anyone's face. When you're down on your luck, knowing someone cares enough to knit you a hat is reason enough to continue to press onward.

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There is truly no better feeling than being able to share your talent with those in need. Keeping someone's head warm will also warm their heart. Extend your reach beyond your inner circle by working up one of these free knitting patterns for charities and you will experience a tremendous amount of pride and satisfaction.

PLUS: Don't miss the video tutorial below on how to knit an easy knit hat for winter! Made using bulky yarn, this free knitting pattern works up quickly and is a great pattern to make for charities.