The Green Mountain Mask Makers
  Over 6000 masks made!
Please be aware that current requests will be filled
but we will not be taking any more requests at this time.

We would like to thank our volunteers:
Sewers:
Coordinators:
and Green Mountain Express
Help us buy mask making materials:

Links to mask making resources:

Written directions:with ear loops & with ties
FreeSewing written instructions
Link to Debra's pattern
Welcome all!
The Green Mountain Mask Makers have produced and distributed over 6000 reusable cloth masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, especially to vulnerable people.
We are taking a break and will not be honoring further requests at this time. Please feel free to use the references below to make your own masks.
DONATIONS OF ELASTIC, FABRIC AND TIES: We need donations of new, not used, materials . Pre-washing the cloth is helpful but not necessary.
We especially need elastic - 1/4 inch is best but 1/2 inch and smaller works well.
Please leave in the drop box shown above and we will distribute it.

Click here for information about your donated cloth masks.
Please wash your own mask in hot water with detergent before every use!

Are cloth masks effective?
It is important to be clear what you are using a mask for when asking that question. These cloth masks are similar to medical masks. They do not replace N95 masks. They probably provide some protection to the wearer. Primarily, they function as a spray shield that protects the person in front of the wearer from droplets that are released with breathing, talking, coughing and sneezing. We know that many people infected by COVID-19 do not have symptoms but may still be contagious. These masks help lower the risk that the wearer is unknowingly be a threat to the people near them.
Click here for Vermont's DOH's recommendations for personal protective equipment.
Click here for the Governor's recommendations.
Click here for the Bennington Select Board's COVID-19 Emergency Order (see page 53)
Total mask donations as of 8/29/20 = 5398!!
Vermont Veteran's Home, Center for Living and Rehabilitation, Bennington Health & Rehab, River's Edge, Washington Elms , SVMC Pediatrics, Brookdale Filmore Pond, Green Mountain Pediatrics, Green Mountain Express, Watson House, Gatling, House Group Home, Bayada, Shaftsbury Medical,, Dr Angela Windgate, Phytocare, Post Office - Bennington, Shaftsbury Post Office, Beverage Den, Bennington Police, Bennington Sheriff, Instacart Workers, Pownal Rescue Squad, Walloomsac & Brookside Apartments, Shaw's Grocery- Manchester Center, Earth Sky Time Farmstore, Free Health Clinic, Non Clinicalstaff at SVMC,
Bennington College Medical Clinic, DCF, Bennington School For Girls, Mighty Food Farm, Berle Farm, Dwyers Beer and Wine, BRSU, Northsire Day School, Midas, Bennington Express Lube, KFC, The Kitchen Cupboard, VPTA, Battenkill Valley Health Center, Mack Molding, Beech St Firehouse, West Road Motel, Petco, Fife n drum motel, CAT-TV, Hawkins House, Green Mountain Transit, VNA, and many many more!
Individual mask requests:
We would love to have masks made for everyone in Bennington County. We are happy that we can now start honoring individual requests for masks. Please email blfitzgerald72@gmail.com to make a request.
Please include this information:
1. Your First and Last Name
2. Town where you live
3. Number of adult masks needed
4. Number of children's masks needed
5. Best email to reach you
In the mean time, here is are some quick solutions: