As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the Palmetto State, the S.C.
Association of Habitat for Humanity is donating masks and hand sanitizer in a statewide effort to ensure that nonprofits have the resources needed to safely serve communities during the pandemic.
Countless members of our community will be facing unexpected hardships and growing needs in the coming days, weeks, and months. The most vulnerable populations should not be forgotten at this time.
Masking a Difference is a one-day collaboration which will distribute 175,000 masks and 2,800 gallons of hand sanitizer among nonprofit organizations and Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) partners at 17 Habitat for Humanity locations throughout SC, including here in Beaufort County.
“Our toolkit has expanded beyond hammers and shopping carts,” said Nancy Lee, executive director of the State Association of Habitat for Humanity.
“As nonprofits are being called on to do more with fewer resources I’m grateful Habitat has been given the opportunity to share these supplies with our fellow philanthropic partners.”
As of July 12, Habitat for Humanity has already distributed over 150,000 masks and 630 gallons of hand sanitizer throughout 37 counties. Upon conclusion of Masking a Difference, Habitat will have dispersed a total of 325,000 masks and 3,400 gallons of hand sanitizer to assist in South Carolina’s coronavirus response.
In the program, nonprofit organizations may request up to 500 free masks. The face coverings are washable, adult one-size fits all, 100% cotton, containing silver and copper.
Masking a Difference request forms for cloth face coverings will remain open online through noon on Monday, July 20, 2020.
If your non-profit organization would like to request masks, visit and apply here.
Submissions from eligible organizations will be accepted in the order they’re received.
Notifications will be sent out the week of July 20 announcing the locations of pick-up and official distribution date of Masking a Difference.
If your non profit organizations has any questions, visit here.
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