The KathyIreland.com website has a public statement about the Gee's Bend legal cases, which reads in part:
“It is heartbreaking to learn that there is litigation involving The Quilts of Gee’s Bend and the talented quilters. This is especially distressing, to me personally and to everyone at Kathy Ireland Worldwide. I have met and spent time with these artists, who we love, respect and honor. I value their humanity as well as their art. The well being of each quilter is critical.
Our agreement assures us that the quilter’s representatives are the proper place to send all quilt related earnings. This week a careful review of our files indicates that Kathy Ireland Worldwide has paid more to these representatives than our company has earned from the quilts project.
In light of these developments, I have directed our legal team to review these serious allegations."
