· Fundraiser to provide free, reusable masks to underserved and less fortunate residents in the north part of the city
· Organized by Councilwomen Michalyn Easter-Thomas, Rhonda Logan and State Rep. Antonio Parkinson
· All donations are tax deductible and will go to providing free masks
Memphis, TN— April 30, 2020— The “Masks for Memphis” fundraising campaign, that provides free masks for underserved and less fortunate in communities in North Memphis kicks off today. Organized by City Councilwomen Michalyn Easter-Thomas, Rhonda Logan and State Representative Antonio, the goal is to raise funds, purchase masks that are being sewn by individuals that live in their respective districts and to distribute the reusable masks to citizens who may have otherwise had a hard time getting one.
The masks will use Center for Disease Control standards and will be washable and reusable. The project enables elected leaders to participate, local crafters to receive much needed income, and underserved recipients’ access to CDC approved, home-made face masks.
The most accessible method of preventing contraction or transmission of COVID-19 is the face mask. In consideration for the state of Tennessee’s phased re-opening of businesses previously deemed “non-essential,” it is more critical than ever to be sure our citizens are prepared to protect themselves and their families from this pandemic.
The participating elected leaders are donating individually and are requesting funds from both private and public donors to complete this mission. Donations will be accepted via Facebook, CashApp, PayPal, post mail, and GoFundMe to move this project forward. All donation amounts are accepted. “We care about the safety of our community first and foremost. Our goal is to raise more than twenty-five thousand dollars to help protect our constituents, says Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas."
Additionally, local crafters are being sought to sew and package at least 5,000 masks for compensation. These masks will be distributed to the community during a safe, drive-up/walk-up event in mid-May. Seniors and disabled persons who are not able to attend may have their masks delivered with no contact.
Local leadership partners include: Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas, State Representative Antonio Parkinson, City Councilwoman Rhonda Logan, SCS Board Member Stephanie Love, City Councilman JB Smiley, City Councilman Dr. Jeff Warren, County Commissioner Willie Brooks, County Commissioner Tami Sawyer, County Commissioner Mickell Lowery, and SCS Board Member Althea Greene.
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For more information on masks:
Call or text: 901-609-4776
Email (preferred): [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/MasksForMemphis
To Donate to this Cause:
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/masksformemphis
CashApp: $OGORMemphis
PayPal: paypal.me/ogormemphis
Post Mail Checks: Our Grass Our Roots, P.O. Box 40104, Memphis TN, 38174
For more information on masks:
Call or text: 901-609-4776
Email (preferred): [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/MasksForMemphis
To Donate to this Cause:
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/masksformemphis
CashApp: $OGORMemphis
PayPal: paypal.me/ogormemphis
Post Mail Checks: Our Grass Our Roots, P.O. Box 40104, Memphis TN, 38174
02/20/2021
