The Swanson Center donor wall quilt was put on display to celebrate and honor the many, many generous people who have given to The Reuben T. & Darlene M. Swanson Retreat Center. Dave Coker, NLOM Executive Director said, "First and foremost, we wanted to thank, honor and show appreciation for all of these amazingly generous people. The idea of using a quilt to do so fits so well with who we are. It seemed a perfect fit for a donor appreciation wall!"

The quilt, designed and crafted by Ashland-based art quilter, Peg Pennell, features an artistic rendition of a burr oak tree, common at Carol Joy Holling, as well as the names of donors who contributed $5,000 or more toward the Swanson Retreat Center. Quilted wall hangings, made by volunteers, are featured in all of the sleeping rooms at The Swanson Center.

Giving opportunities for The Swanson Retreat Center are still available. If you would like more information, please contact This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it , Director/Development, toll free at 1-888-656-6254.