Helping our community one mask at a time
First, we would like to thank ALL the volunteers who are helping make this all happen!!! We couldn’t do it without you. If you have a working sewing machine and want to help we would love to have you! Our Facebook Group is a great resource, especially if you are new to sewing. If you Read More ...
So far our group of volunteers has made and donated FREE masks allowing us to deliver over 23,000+ masks total so far including the lists below, as well as many more, and over 4,000 delivered to individuals through distribution events that have collected more than $22,000 in cash donations for local food banks. WhidbeyHealth Hospital Read More ...
If possible use a different fabric for the inside so people can tell easily which side they are using inside and out to prevent cross-contamination. When posting new requests we will list their preferred patterns. All masks should be made out of 2 layers of 100% cotton quality woven quilting fabric. Pockets are welcome, but Read More ...
Do you have 100% cotton quilting fabric and/or elastic to donate? Or maybe you have one but want to swap for the other? Donated materials will be used for masks that are being donated, NOT for sale. Volunteers can contact admins to pick up supplies. Direct material donations can also be made at:Ken’s Korner (11042 Read More ...
Drop Boxes are intended for those taking part in the donations efforts. Please only utilize the drop boxes for donation related drop offs and pick ups. Masks should be in an Unsealed bag and include your name, phone number and or email as well as total number of finished masks. If you have a location Read More ...
For commands wanting to request masks, 1 Sailor per command may contact Valerie Mascho, our Military Point of Contact, who is overseeing all our military requests. You can email her with questions. Patterns to use are listed on the pattern page, EYMM Adult, and Pleated (2 layers of cotton only) are preferred. Conservative colors on Read More ...
We have been getting a lot of questions and posts about cleaning cloth masks, in part because there is SO much confusing information out there. 1.) If donating masks, even to friends or family, THEY should ALWAYS wash them before using them, and wash their hands after putting them in the wash. Always assume it Read More ...
We have an awesome team of 3D printers on the island making a variety of items including ‘Plan B’ N95 face masks and face shields. If you don’t have a 3D printer and are detail-oriented they also need volunteers to help cut vinyl, foam and more!!! Contact them directly for more details. They also looking Read More ...
Links to the most commonly asked for information about making and donating cloth masks, and where they are going.
Next individual community distribution event this Saturday 10am-2pm in Clinton! Event Reminders:No Early BirdsWhile supplies lastStay in your carCash onlyLimit 2 per person* We will be here at Good Cheer Two in Clinton Saturday only 10am-2pm with donated masks from Whidbey DIYers available by donation. 100% of donations go directly to Good Cheer Food Bank. Read More …
In 1 month our volunteers sewed and donated over 8,000 masks locally. The materials have all been donated from personal stashes and community members. How much did we go through? We are going through stuff so fast we haven’t been able to track BUT we did a little math knowing how many masks we can Read More …
If you are the owner or manager of an essential business or community organization on Whidbey Island with essential employees/volunteers who are coming into contact with each other and/or the general public you can request FREE cotton face masks on our Contact Us page. We are not currently filling individual requests, but you can share Read More …
