FREE Face Masks

During this unprecedented situation, AmChaTS is giving its helping hands to protect the health & safety of Tamils living in the United States of America by supplying free fabric masks . It is important to protect ourselves during this volatility when we step out anywhere. 

Volunteer

The masks are hand made by our volunteers. Our volunteers are also providing face mask stitching training to anyone interested in making face masks and supplying it for free in their own communities/cities. We are looking for more volunteers who can make free masks available to more people in need. Please contact us or choose Option 1 or Option 2 to become a volunteer.

Option 1: Free Masks (Only available for PICKUP at Atlanta, GA)

• Free masks are  currently available for pick up in Atlanta, GA.

• If we cannot fulfill your request/delay in the pickup, you will be notified in the email.

• Only 4 Masks per family are available (2 Adults + 2 kids).

• Pickup is available only during a specified day (weekends) & time.

• Masks are made from 100% cotton and are reusable.

• We recommend washing it before first use.

• There is a filter pocket given in masks for keeping filter sheets at the user’s convenience.

• Please remember that if you use filter sheets then it has to be replaced at a certain interval whereas masks can be reusable after washing.

• The estimated availability date is a minimum of 10-14 days. It might take longer due to the limited availability of fabrics. 

Option 2: Donate (Ship to other places)

• We'll ship the masks to most cities in the US for a donation, which will be used to cover the shipping and handling costs.

• If you do not need masks you are welcome to just donate to support this project.

• The masks are Single layer masks.

• Our masks are made from 100% organic cotton and are reusable.

• The estimated availability date is 5 days. Delivery timeline might vary depending on the demand.

Option 3: Contact us for bulk requests.

• If you want large quantities of 100% cotton masks  for your entire community then please contact us at (424) 262-4282 or connect@amchats.org.

Disclaimer

1. Please remember that our face masks are not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and in circumstances where medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment is recommended, you should consult a healthcare professional. The decision to use this mask is solely your own.

2. Please remember that the use of face masks is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19, such as social distancing, washing your hands, and refraining from touching your face. Follow the latest advice of the CDC and your own health care professionals as to how best to keep yourself safe.