The Carolina Textile District worked with manufacturers to produce masks and gowns in the wake of COVID-19.
Watch our mini documentary to hear from the women and men who have made this initiative a reality.
IMPACT TO DATE
Units Produced
500,000+
Units Donated
60,000+
Partners
83
Jobs Saved
96
Operation Days
450
Our Masks
After consulting with doctors, creating countless prototypes, time studies, tests, and working diligently to acquire materials, we continue to offer our community Washable Pedestrian Masks for adults and children!
Words of Thanks from Our Community
"I want to thank Opportunity Threads for partnering with us to equip our essential workers and eventually all workers and students with masks.”
—Dr. Larry Putnam,
Burke County Public Schools Superintendent
"I am pleased ARC is investing to produce protective equipment enabling the health and safety of those in our communities…I commend The Industrial Commons and the Carolina Textile District for stepping up to take on this challenge."
—Tim Thomas,
ARC Federal Co-Chairman
“Thank you - thank you. Got my order today and my masks are perfect. You all are a life saver for my 88 year old mother and myself as her caretaker.”
—Terry Cramblit,
Customer
Our Partners
Thanks to all who contributed, invaluably, to the CTD's COVID Response including our Sponsors, Community Liaisons, our Research and Development partners, Network Organizers, Textile and Furniture Manufacturers, Distribution and Logistical experts, State, County, and Economic Development professionals, and the team at The Industrial Commons, CTD's fiscal sponsor.
We are so grateful for all of you!
