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Mutual aid group lending free air purifiers to locals, enhancing community safety, & reducing harm amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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PCAC 😷🦚 @portlandcleanair.bsky.social · Apr 11
Turns out when you run a free community clean air program, people actually use it and the group adapts to meet changing needs!

What’s new?
• Slower processing times
• Optional form questions
• One hub closed and another opened!
Image ID 1: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Reservation process updates" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. Three bulletpoints read, "due to increasing demand, we now encourage submitting requests two weeks in advance (or earlier)! new, optional questions have been added to the reservation form to help us make equitable decisions. the busiest hub (inner SE) is permanently closed because of landlords and we've added a new one to our map." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 2: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Two weeks in advance!?" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Yes! Clean air is a universal access need at all events. We can prioritize that. It's a smart move to submit your request as soon as the date & venue have both been confirmed. Requests with shorter notice will still be processed by volunteers as quickly as possible. More processing time means less errors & frustration for everyone and a more equitable system." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 3: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "FCFS Problems" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "First- come- first- served mostly benefits those who have time, money, freedom and independence. It disadvantages those who are poor, disabled, or carers. There is an underlying (and untrue) assumption that those who care the most will respond the fastest. More details: bit.ly/FCFSproblems " In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 4: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Optional Questions" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Filling requests solely on a first-come, first-serve (FCFS) basis is not a fair way to serve our community. The questions on the last part of the survey will help us know more about who we are supporting, so we can do our best to reduce harm. It's possible to submit requests and skip past demographic questions, if desired." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide.
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Free masks are back in stock, while supplies last!

Huge thanks to the dozens of people who helped us get these into storage. Y'all were able to bust down SIX pallets of masks and get them moved into storage in less than half an hour.

Now it's time for distribution.
We keep us safe. 1/3
A white and light blue graphic with the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Tests PDX logos in the upper right corner. The slide reads, "Masks are back in stock! Thanks to the Multnomah County Office of Emergency Services, multiple local groups were able to secure more than 40,000 free N95 masks! Visit PCAC.carrd.co to add some to your HEPA loan request or bit.ly/freecovidtestspdx to arrange delivery!" There is clip art of stacks of cardboard boxes and this is the first of seven slides. A light blue background with a medium blue banner with white text reads "3M 9205+ Aura N95s (individually packaged)" In the center of the slide is a white circle with an image of this mask model. Below it the description reads "white boat/tri-fold mask with head straps" and along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 2/7 to show the slide number.
October 12, 2025 at 1:30 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Free masks are back in stock, while supplies last!

Huge thanks to the dozens of people who helped us get these into storage. Y'all were able to bust down SIX pallets of masks and get them moved into storage in less than half an hour.

Now it's time for distribution.
We keep us safe. 1/3
A white and light blue graphic with the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Tests PDX logos in the upper right corner. The slide reads, "Masks are back in stock! Thanks to the Multnomah County Office of Emergency Services, multiple local groups were able to secure more than 40,000 free N95 masks! Visit PCAC.carrd.co to add some to your HEPA loan request or bit.ly/freecovidtestspdx to arrange delivery!" There is clip art of stacks of cardboard boxes and this is the first of seven slides. A light blue background with a medium blue banner with white text reads "3M 9205+ Aura N95s (individually packaged)" In the center of the slide is a white circle with an image of this mask model. Below it the description reads "white boat/tri-fold mask with head straps" and along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 2/7 to show the slide number.
October 12, 2025 at 1:30 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Share this. Emergency support needed NOW to shield families from ICE gas exposure.

Right now, there are many people (including young children, babies, disabled folks, Veterans, pregnant parents and more!) who are being gassed inside their own homes in Portland, Oregon.
July 4, 2025 at 1:51 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Turns out when you run a free community clean air program, people actually use it and the group adapts to meet changing needs!

What’s new?
• Slower processing times
• Optional form questions
• One hub closed and another opened!
Image ID 1: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Reservation process updates" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. Three bulletpoints read, "due to increasing demand, we now encourage submitting requests two weeks in advance (or earlier)! new, optional questions have been added to the reservation form to help us make equitable decisions. the busiest hub (inner SE) is permanently closed because of landlords and we've added a new one to our map." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 2: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Two weeks in advance!?" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Yes! Clean air is a universal access need at all events. We can prioritize that. It's a smart move to submit your request as soon as the date & venue have both been confirmed. Requests with shorter notice will still be processed by volunteers as quickly as possible. More processing time means less errors & frustration for everyone and a more equitable system." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 3: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "FCFS Problems" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "First- come- first- served mostly benefits those who have time, money, freedom and independence. It disadvantages those who are poor, disabled, or carers. There is an underlying (and untrue) assumption that those who care the most will respond the fastest. More details: bit.ly/FCFSproblems " In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide. Image ID 4: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Optional Questions" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Filling requests solely on a first-come, first-serve (FCFS) basis is not a fair way to serve our community. The questions on the last part of the survey will help us know more about who we are supporting, so we can do our best to reduce harm. It's possible to submit requests and skip past demographic questions, if desired." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC and and arrow pointing to the next slide.
April 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Today, March 15th, is International Long COVID Awareness Day? If you follow us, maybe the rest of your feed is already talking about it--Join PCAC in doing something about it by fighting for cleaner air in our communities! Long COVID affects millions & your risk increases with each COVID infection.
A white graphic with a light purple band through the center. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a calendar icon for March 15th. A grey and turquoise ribbon representing Long Covid Awareness is on the right side of the frame. Body text: "Long COVID can impact anyone after a COVID-19 infection. Swipe to learn more about how it’s affecting a growing portion of our communities." At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame that says "learn more." A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a calendar icon for March 15th. Subtitle: "Long COVID (or post COVID-19 condition) is a collection of symptoms that can occur after a COVID infection." Bulleted list: "-Defined as continued or new symptoms at least 3 months after a COVID infection (may have delayed onset). -Can appear after an asymptomatic infection. -Can impact one or more organ systems. More than 200 symptoms are included in various definitions of LC. -While some groups have higher risks of getting LC, it can impact anyone regardless of age, health, race, gender, socio-economic status, location, etc. -Specific conditions resulting from LC may have diagnostic tests, but there is no clinical or biomarker test for LC itself." At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame
March 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
**Available for a limited time**

Need free masks with your HEPA request? We got you! Borrowers can now get KN95s, N95s, and/or kid-sized masks when you pick up the purifiers.

📌 Need a HEPA purifier or masks for an event? bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC

#FreeMasks #MaskUp #WeKeepUsSafe
# 1 The title reads: "Add free masks to your HEPA request". The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is displayed prominently. Part of the PCAC request form is included with questions such as "Would you like some kn95 masks?" and "How about N95 masks?" The bottom reads: "As long as the question is visible on the form, we still have that style available!"
February 22, 2025 at 10:49 PM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Join us on March 1st at 3:15 PM at 4212 NE Prescott for a hands-on event where we’ll build DIY air purifiers (Corsi-Rosenthal boxes) and share skills together.

A CR-box can reduce airborne viral particles by up to 90% & costs under $100 to make!

Instructions: bit.ly/DIYpurifier
♿ bit.ly/M1access
The title reads "Share the Love: CR-box Building & Skillshare." Date is March 1st, 2025. Time reads "Beginning at 3:15 PM." Location reads "4212 NE Prescott." Event link is "bit.ly/M1skillshare". There are logos for The Corsi-Rosenthal Foundation and the Portland Clean Air Committee at the bottom. The title reads "CR-box Building & Skillshare" with "bit.ly/M1skillshare" as the subtitle. What is a CR-box? Text reads: "a DIY air purifier that can be built for under $100 and has been shown to reduce airborne viral particles by up to 90%. Filters can last up to 6 months." Supplies needed (with an asterisk) to build your own include: a 20-inch box fan, four MERV 13+ filters with dimensions 20-inches by 20-inches, duct tape, and scissors. The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. The title reads "CR-box Building & Skillshare" with "bit.ly/M1skillshare" as the subtitle. An asterisk is followed by: "PCAC will build five CR boxes to use as part of our long-term lending program. Limited materials have been provided by The Corsi-Rosenthal Foundation." Please arrive promptly for an opportunity at hands-on learning experience. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own supplies if they'd like to construct a CR-box to take with them. PCAC is offering labor and knowledge. The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. The title reads "CR-box Building & Skillshare" with "bit.ly/M1skillshare" as the subtitle. There is a photo of masked individuals forming a line. The individual in front is wearing a large bag with googly eyes. The photo is captioned: "Free Fit Testing also available!" Bring these if you want to be fit tested: a few of your favorite masks, a snack to eat after testing, and a warm layer to wear in the backyard. The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom.
February 18, 2025 at 1:53 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
Win a HOCl Generator Kit and enjoy a cleaner, safer home all year round!

🎁 Prize Details ($150 value):
+ everything needed to make 25 bottles of skin-safe, multi-purpose cleaner.

Every donation helps fund the Portland Clean Air Committee’s work to protect our community. 💙

#HOCl #Portland #pdx
ID# 1 A light yellow title card with the words "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" at the top in purple. The subtitle "Win a HOCl CLEANING KIT" is flanked by purple spray bottles. The words "Donate to PCAC to Win!" are followed by "$5 equals one entry," "$20 equals 5 entries," and "$50 equals 15 entries." The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. There is a purple arrow leading to the next frame. ID# 2 "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" appears on a ticket in the top-left. Written under the title is "Sales begin: February 5th" and "Drawing on: March 20th." In purple font. Prize details are explained as four bullet points. First bullet says: "Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) generator kit: everything you need to make over 25 bottles of skin-safe, multi-purpose cleaner!" Second bullet says: "Tackle viruses, grease, grime, soap scum, odors, and sticky messes with ease." Third bullet says: "HOCl kills 99.9% of germs, including bacteria, mold, mildew, and viruses that cause the flu and respiratory illnesses. EPA-approved to destroy SARS-CoV-2 (List N)." Fourth bullet says: "$150 value." The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. A purple arrow leading to the next frame. ID# 3 The title "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" appears on a ticket in the top-left. Written below the title is "HOCl Kit Includes" followed by four bullet points. The bullets say: "Electrolyzer Appliance," "Glass spray bottle," "25 pre-measured capsules," and "9 machine washable cloths." There is a picture of the listed components to the left. Written near the bottom is: "Each bottle keeps its cleaning power for about 2 weeks." The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. A purple arrow leading to the next frame. ID# 4 The title "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" is at the top-left. Written below the title is "How to enter" followed by "Goto: pcac.carrd.co/#donate". Five steps are listed sequentially. First, "Choose ONE TIME." Second, "Select OTHER." Third, "Send $5 for one entry, $20 for 5 entries, or $50 for 15 entries." Fourth, "Our donation system, Qgiv, assigns a number." Fifth, "On 3/20, we'll randomly select the winner." The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. A purple arrow leading to the next frame.
February 5, 2025 at 9:34 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
2024 was an unforgettable year! We built systems, fostered partnerships, & expanded our capacity to bring cleaner air to our community.

Get involved!
bit.ly/JoinPCAC

As we look toward 2025, we thank you for being part of this journey with us.

#MutualAid #Community #Portland #pdx #AccessIsLove
Alt text 1: A light yellow, white, and purple infographic with the Portland Clean Air Committee logo in the bottom left. 2024 Recap. January: We created the PCAC Discord server & began major planning. February: Our bid at an online auction won us a pallet of used HEPAs from the Salem-Keizer Public School District. March: We did a super-secret soft launch & sent two room air purifiers to BarnRadio for long-term use! April - August: We continued to build systems, loaning HEPAs to community members who kept checking to see if we were ready. In the bottom right corner, a purple arrow points to the next slide. Alt text 2: A similarly styled infographic. 2024 Recap (continued). September: We finalized fiscal sponsorship with the YWCA & fundraising finally felt possible!! October: We started fundraising & loaning purifiers directly to local orgs. November: New volunteers joined PCAC as we kept pushing towards a fully functional HEPA fleet. December: PCAC officially launched--and then we quickly expanded the lending inventory when ALL the HEPAs got replacement filters! In the bottom right, a purple arrow points to the next slide. Alt text 3: A similarly styled infographic. 2024 Recap (by the numbers). Total amount raised: $511, Amount spent on filters: $324.41, Number of donations: 16, Average amount given: $32, Largest donation: $100, Most popular amount given: $10. In the bottom right corner, a purple arrow points to the next slide. Alt text 4: A collage of photos on a light yellow background arranged around a note reading “Wishing you wellness in 2025 and beyond!” Photos clockwise from upper right: entrance sign for the Salem-Keizer Public Schools Facilities Services building, where we received our first pallet of air purifiers. Empty box, labeled "Bissell Air 400s" with a white cargo van in the background. A stash of used purifiers loaded in the bag of a van, ready for transport. Portland Clean Air Committee logo. Our fleet of refurbished purifiers after they've had their filters swapped out. One of the old, dirty grey filters held up next to a bright white, new filter. Two purifiers sitting on an outdoor staircase, waiting for distribution. Two purifiers ready for pickup on a sidewalk with a box of masks on top.
January 27, 2025 at 2:29 PM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
❤️‍🔥Happy Solstice Y’all❤️‍🔥

Yesterday we spent some time tending to our fleet of air purifiers!

To submit a request:
bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC

Please spread the word, share this post & donate if you can! We are so excited to bring you cleaner air.

#PortlandOregon
A light purple graphic has an image of a megaphone next to a speech bubble that reads, “Exciting news” below that is “PCAC HAS EXPANDED” There’s a photo of numerous air purifiers in inset into the upper right corner. Main text reads, “We now offer SEVENTEEN free air purifiers, available for pickup at THREE different locations around Portland, Oregon.” Near the bottom it reads, “Send us a request https://bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC “ A light purple graphic outlines how to submit your request for an air purifier. There is a screenshot of the PCAC instagram, detailing where to find the link tree. There are 3 steps written out: 1) Visit link tree. 2) Select top link. 3) Fill out form. The following text is underneath the 3 steps: Please submit requests as early as possible so we have time to email y’all the loan agreement and connect ya with your preferred pick up location. Thank you! Light yellow graphic with the PCAC mascot with a speech bubble. The speech bubble says, “Now is the time for community support to create cleaner air in Portland Event Spaces. Can we count on you?” This link is at the bottom of the image: https://bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC.
December 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM
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An article from Clean Air Club's founder: on pandemic "ends", capitalism, and getting us all back to work.

emilysdupree.substack.com/p/manufactur...
Manufacturing the End of a Pandemic
A deadly sleight of hand
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December 18, 2024 at 9:22 PM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
🚨 Exciting News 🚨

The request line is now open!
bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC

If you need of an air purifier for a local event, now's the time to put in your request!

Want to help us get them installed/approved faster? bit.ly/JoinPCAC

Want to help us be a sustainable resource? pcac.carrd.co#donate
A light yellow graphic has blue sparkle details and purple font. It reads, "Portland Clean Air Committee is officially launching! Learn how to request an air purifier for an event and support our fundraising goals." At the bottom left is the logo for the Portland Clean Air Committee with arrow pointing to the next frame and a link, https://bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC
December 5, 2024 at 3:59 AM
portlandcleanair.bsky.social
🌬️✨ We're on a mission to improve air quality in our community!

The goal is to raise $1,500, and every contribution helps us "filter" through the challenges to expand our lending program.
Image ID 1: A light blue graphic has sparkle details and purple font. It reads, "Help Portland Clean Air Committee officially launch!" At the bottom is the logo for the Portland Clean Air Committee, an arrow pointing to the next frame, and a fully- feathered peacock with a dollar sign on it's belly. Image ID 2: A light blue graphic has airy details with white and purple font. It reads, "Help us raise money to get air purifiers out into the community! Our initial goal: $1,500. Donations support: Purchasing new filters to get more machines restored ASAP, Increasing the number of functional air purifiers, covering subscription fees, funding for out Relationship Repair Clause that is marked with an asterisk, Buying more equipment to lend out" At the bottom is the logo for the Portland Clean Air Committee, an arrow pointing to the right side of the frame, and the Asterisk foot note that says "more about this soon" Image ID 3: A light blue graphic has airy details with white and purple font. It reads, "We are grateful for any amount you're able to contribute, however big or small! We have a fleet of 20 purifiers but only 4 have clean filters. We'll launch our loaning program soon, as soon as we have a few more in rotation! DONATE AT pcac.carrd.co" There is an inset photo of an air purifier. At the bottom is the logo for the Portland Clean Air Committee and an arrow pointing to the right side of the frame. Image ID 4: A light blue graphic has airy details with white and purple font. It reads, "Support also looks like volunteering! We're looking for additional volunteer support with: Writing posts for social media, graphic design, Proofreading & offering feedback, grant writing, machine maintenance, and outreach" At the bottom left is the logo for the Portland Clean Air Committee. The bottom right says "VOLUNTEER AT pcac.carrd.co and shows a respirator-wearing peacock.
November 30, 2024 at 9:38 PM