Getting Started

Thanks for joining us! Your help will make a big difference to people in essential jobs who are all working hard to keep us safe in this crazy time. 

Step 1. Sign up
If you haven’t already filled out the volunteer form, please do so now. It helps us to estimate capacity to fill community requests.

Step 2. Read the instructions
Mask instructions are below. For sewing support (and community), join our Facebook group. You can also email one of our sewing leads with any questions.

Step 3. Pick up supplies
Have you run out of fabric, elastic, or nose wire? Pick up supplies at either of our drop-off locations.

Step 4. Masks complete!
Every mask helps. Drop off completed masks at one of our two drop-off locations.

Mask Requirements

The majority of masks we make are the pleated type, and we encourage volunteers to make the version that you think you can make most efficiently. 

Requirements for all masks:
  • 100% cotton in a tight weave (such as quilting fabric). 
  • Nose wire and a filter pocket
  • In one of the four designs shown
  • Uses approved materials