The Community Masks Project
Where community support meets environmental protection
Welcome to our new campaign -- the community masks project!
Did you know that surgical masks are made from plastic?
Single-use masks are typically made of plastic polymers that are nonrecyclable and nonbiodegradable.
Since the outbreak of COVID19, 194 billion disposable masks and gloves (PPE) are being used every month!
These masks and gloves are being improperly disposed of ending up littering streets, beaches, oceans, and harming wildlife, significantly contributing to the plastic pollution problem.
The masks are also made in large polluting factories in China, then shipped across the world in plastic packaging contributing further to plastic pollution as well as greenhouse gas emissions.
The good news is that wearing a reusable cloth mask can significantly reduce the environmental impact of your PPE! Trading a single-use mask for a reusable cloth mask reduces emissions, reduces trash, fights plastic pollution, and protects wildlife and the quality of our oceans.
Don't worry - the use of reusable cloth masks is supported by the ministry of health! For an infographic with tips on how to reduce your plastic consumption during the pandemic, all backed by the Ministry of Health and created by the ISRAEL PLASTIC POLLUTION PREVENTION COALITION (IPPPC) - Click here!
We've brought you the community masks campaign to help you be part of the solution. This page provides a variety of mask makers from all around Israel. Investing in local businesses promotes financial and environmental sustainability, as well as community support during this difficult time. Supporting your local community is now more important than ever!
We offer you a chance to protect yourself in the best way possible; support small businesses in your community, protect the environment, and style up with a cute and comfortable mask.
How to use this site:
*The page is divided according to Israel's districts. Within each district, you'll find first the biggest cities (Jerusalem, Tel Aviv), followed by a list of cities/ towns.
*You can move through districts by clicking on the menu on the right side of the page.
* Place your mouse over the photos to find more info about the mask makers!
*If you or someone you know is a mask maker and wants to be featured on this website, to register.
Disclaimer: This goal of this page is to connect customers to local businesses. Plastic Free Israel does not take responsibility for the quality of the products featured on this website, the prices of the products, the customer service of the businesses, or any other issues associated with the mask makers provided on this website. All the info listed was provided directly by the businesses. All sellers featured here were featured for free. None of this is sponsored.
Please note that wearing a mask does not guarantee protection against COVID19. Please follow the regulations set by the ministry of health such as hand washing and social distance.