This is a badge bit (BB) that is part of the Pandemic badge.

Especially at the beginning of the pandemic, there was a lot of conflicting information worldwide about the usefulness (or not) of masks and homemade face coverings. Experience, studies and research since then has shown that masks do work: mainly to protect others from you, but also to protect yourself. Tighter-woven materials and more layers provide more protection.

To complete this BB, the minimum requirements are:

• Research places that are accepting homemade masks / face coverings in your community or where you can mail to
• Find out what pattern(s) they will accept
• Sew at least 5 face coverings using an appropriate pattern
• Donate them to those who need them

To document your completion of the BB, provide the following:

• Information about where you intend to donate the masks
• Link to the pattern you plan to use
• Photo of the materials for your masks
• Photo of the completed masks packed up for donation

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