WHY BELONG TO AN EXTENSION HOMEMAKER CLUB?
It is the mission of the Indiana Extension Homemakers Association to strengthen families through continued education, leadership development, and volunteer community support.
The LaPorte County Extension Homemakers Association comprises 95 members spread across 7 clubs. They organize quarterly Council meetings and various Educational Retreats annually, led by Area Extension Educators. Additionally, they arrange a Fall International Faire and Holiday Party. Each year, the County Homemakers run a booth at the LaPorte County Fair.
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This award is presented to 1 (one) active LaPorte County Extension Homemaker to attend the
Home and Family Conference hosted by the Indiana Extension Homemakers Association.
Only those who have never attended the entire conference will be considered
The award will pay the winner, who has previously battened the Home and Family Conference and is available to attend the current years full time, $150.00 towards registration. Winner must be involved in a local club and county organization and have financial need to be able to attend.
Applicant must be a Homemaker, 25 years of age or older and a resident of Indiana. Eight (8) - $500.00 scholarships will be given: two (2) to an IEHA member, one (1) to a degree in the
medical profession & five (5) random. Membership in IEHA is a qualification only to be considered for the Eleanor Arnold Award. This does not give preference for the remaining six (6) scholarships.
Applicant can be any high school or college student who is a child or grandchild of a LaPorte County Homemakers Extension Club member in good standing. Candidate must be accepted/enrolled in an accredited college or trade school, as well as those who are continuing or resuming their education, regardless of age.
This memorial scholarship of $500 is offered for the purpose of fostering educational development of women. Applicant must be a woman and a legal resident of the USA who shows financial need and the ability to complete her education. Application with attachments must be submitted, reviewed, and signed by the state society president/chairman of the affiliated ACWW/CWC society from your state.
Indiana Extension Homemakers Association
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Steady Stitcher's
The Steady Stitcher's are a speciality club as part of our LaPorte County Extension Homemakers who sew many different items to donate to various organizations in the county. They are located at 1640 First Street in LaPorte and have hours of Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The group holds several Lend-A-Hand days that are open to anyone in the community that would like to help sew projects for their clients. No sewing experience is necessary, they will teach you or they always have non-sewing projects that they need help with as well.
Things they Make:
| Afghans | Eyeglass Cases | Pillowcases |
| Backpacks | Hats | Preemie Hats |
| Bibs | Mittens & Scarves | Quilts |
| Crayon Caddies | Mug Rugs | Tote Bags |
| Pet Beds |
Who They Donate To:
| Caring Clothing Co-Op | LaPorte Care Center |
| Citizens Concerned for the Homeless | Memorial Hospital |
| Dunebrook Advocacy Center | Northwest Hospital |
| Frieds Cat Shelter | Terrace Care Center |
| Jane Bernard Adoption Center | Women's Care Center |
| Keys to hope |
Check out what the Steady Stitcher's are doing on Facebook
Interested in Becoming an Extension Homemaker?
Please, fill out the membership form and mail to the Extension Office 2857 W. State Road 2, LaPorte, IN 46350.
The cost to join for 2024-2025 is $17.