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Distribution Logistics

Is there a way to verify that facilities actually want and are using masks?

In our mask request form, we specifically ask whether the receiving organization accepts homemade masks. Our state lead will call organizations that have s...

Fri, Apr 3, 2020 at 11:28 AM

How do I distribute if there's a shelter-in-place order in my area?

We are working on a way to give all of our distributors documentation that will verify that they are making a delivery for an essential business. We a...

Fri, Apr 3, 2020 at 11:30 AM

Can I distribute masks if I have been exposed to Covid-19?

To minimize the possibility of transmission, we do not recommend that those who have been exposed to COVID-19 help distribute masks. Exposed individuals ar...

Fri, Apr 3, 2020 at 11:31 AM

What will you do if someone donates a mask that doesn't fit the official pattern?

We donate all masks that we receive. We won't exclude masks that do not strictly follow the the pattern instructions. The checklist allows for a sewist ...

Sun, Apr 5, 2020 at 5:37 PM

Where's the donation form/packing slip I include in my package?

It's the last page of our pattern PDF download! It's also available under "Patterns" in our website: https://masksnow.org/patterns/cleanin...

Thu, Jul 30, 2020 at 12:12 PM

How do you keep track of when an organization has received enough masks?

When an organization requests masks on our website, they let us know how many masks they need. Every local chapter will provide a delivery form for sewing v...

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 at 1:55 AM