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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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Both mutual aid groups are stocked up and ready to share, although a lil slower to respond these days. 😉 Want to help keep up the energy? We're open to new volunteers.

A lil birdie told me something about a Patreon coming soon, too.
More on that later... 3/3
A light blue background with a dark purple header with white text reads "to pick up masks, visit bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC " There is an image of the section of the HEPA Loan Request form which reads "Would you like to pick up any N95 or KN95 masks? (only at our Inner SE Mask Hub - SE 15th & E Burnside) We currently have 3 styles of N95 masks available as well as bulk KN95s: Individually packaged Lighthouse FILTR N95s (white tri-fold with head straps) - these are slightly larger than other Lighthouse models, Individually packaged 3M 9205+ Aura N95s (white tri-fold with head straps), 50 packs of 3M 9010 N95s (white bi-fold with head straps), 10 packs of KN95s (white bi-fold with ear loops)" and a drop down selection. Along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 6/7 to show the slide number. A light blue background with a dark purple header with white text reads "to arrange delivery, visit bit.ly/freecovidtestspdx " There is a screenshot from the Free COVID Tests PDX form that reads " !! Important Note: !! Due to the shut down of the program that provided our free Covid tests, our supply of Covid Tests is limited. We will fulfill requests as we receive them until we no longer have tests available. We have an abundant supply of masks at this time and will continue to distribute masks even when/if we run out of tests. We appreciate your understanding as we navigate this new and challenging landscape. We’ll continue to keep you updated on our Instagram with any new information and developments." Along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 7/7 to show this is the final slide.
October 12, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Make a request for free masks two ways:

1) If you prefer to PICK UP any of the mask styles shown in this post, visit bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC to arrange a contactless option in inner SE

2) If you need delivery, visit bit.ly/freecovidtestspdx and use that form 2/3
A light blue background with a medium blue banner with white text reads "3M 9010 N95s (50 pack)" In the center of the slide is a white circle with an image of this mask model. Below it the description reads "white bi-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 3/7 to show the slide number. A light blue background with a medium blue banner with white text reads "Lighthouse FILTR N95s (individually packaged)" There's a lightbulb call out advising that this mask has a larger fit. 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 black head straps" and along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 4/7 to show the slide number. A light blue background with a medium blue banner with white text reads "bulk KN95s (10 packs)" In the center of the slide is a white circle with an image of this mask model. Below it the description reads "white bi-fold mask with ear loops" and along the bottom are logos for the Portland Clean Air Committee and Free COVID Test PDX and the numbers 5/7 to show the slide number.
October 12, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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The ICE building across the street disperses unknown chemical agents, and the apartment building’s HVAC system is pulling that toxic air INSIDE.

💜 We will not let them choke alone 💜

We are ready to teach more people how to build DIY air purifiers using Corsi-Rosenthal boxes BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP.
July 4, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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Home:
pcac.carrd.co

Request form:
bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC

Want to volunteer?
bit.ly/JoinPCAC
Image ID 5: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "3 Hub Locations" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Rose City Park near NE 53rd & Hassalo. Hazelwood near SE 101st & Division. New Location: Foster-Powell near SE 52nd & Holgate." There is a screenshot of a map of Portland that shows a peacock emoji covering the approximate location of each hub. 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 6: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Request Process" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "One: Visit the top link in our Linktree, head to our website (pcac.carrd.co) or go directly to: bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC Two: Fill out the form and make sure your email address has no errors. Three: A while later, borrowers get an email from portlandcleanaircommittee @proton.me confirming details & offering a copy of our Loan Agreement." 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 7: A white graphic has a dark rectangle in the center with a light purple border along the bottom. The headline reads, "Request Process" and there are yellow sparkles on both sides. The text body reads, "Four: After agreeing to terms, we'll share private contact info for a masked hub host & details about where you can pick up free equipment. Five: The borrower texts the hub host to arrange specific times for drop off and pickup." There's an asterisk at the bottom with an additonal note reading, "This process will be streamlined when we update our software systems later this Spring." In the bottom-left corner is a logo for Portland Clean Air Committee next to a link bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC
April 11, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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April 7, 2025 at 3:12 AM
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Want to support those living with Long COVID? Follow, share, and tag your favorite advocacy groups in the comments! And don't forget to wear a mask. 😷

#LongCovid #InternationalLongCovidAwarenessDay #PandemicIsntOver #CleanAir #MaskUp
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. Title: Sources Body text is series of links: US Census Bureau https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2023/05/long-covid-19-symptoms-reported.html Article about LC & gender (Data from US Census Bureau) https://usafacts.org/articles/who-has-long-covid-heres-the-data-by-gender/ National Academies of Science Engineering and Medicine, "Consensus Study Report: A Long COVID Definition" https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/27768/a-long-covid-definition-a-chronic-systemic-disease-state-with Long Covid Kids: Pacing Penguins https://www.longcovidkids.org/post/pacing-penguins-supporting-kids-living-with-long-covid-to-manage-their-energy At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo.
March 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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If you're also living with LC and looking for a mutual aid project that moves at YOUR speed, let's link up!
bit.ly/JoinPCAC
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March 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Did you know that a large portion of the people supporting this project are already living with long COVID? It's true. Why do you think we rarely make content for our social media? We are tired birds doing our best!
March 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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You can make a difference by inviting the Portland Clean Air Committee to support your next event because we understand the risks, firsthand.
bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC
A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Subtitle: "Can I reduce the risk of long COVID?" Body text: "The best way to reduce your risk of developing long COVID is to reduce the chances of contracting COVID-19 (or the number of infections). The chance of LC increases with every infection. Masks and air purifiers are two of the tools we have against airborne illnesses like COVID-19! People living with long COVID and other post-infection conditions advise continued rest AND LONG-TERM PACING after an infection before gradually increasing activity. Clinical research on the impacts of antivirals (e.g. paxlovid or metformin, methylene blue, and more) is being conducted. So far, there are mixed results, and there is no one-size-fits-all option." At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame. A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Subtitle: "Where can I find support?" Body text: "There is currently no cure for long COVID and research is ongoing. Funding continues to be threatened by the government, which would prefer to ignore the problem entirely. There is strength in community! Here are a few of our favorite long covid-related accounts: @longcovidjustice, @longcovidsos, @longcovidadvoc8, @long_covid_kids, @longcovfoundation, @covidactionmap, @peoplescdc. Did we miss one? Tag them in the comments!" At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame. A white graphic with a light purple band along the top and a copy of a "Pacing Penguins" poster on the right. Text: "For a larger version [of the poster], visit: bit.ly/PacingPenguins." The "Pacing Penguins" poster has three columns with examples: how to gain energy, sensible energy use, and energy drains. Content was made by longcovidkids.org. At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo.
March 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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The science is clear that LC doesn’t discriminate: people of all races, genders, ages, and backgrounds are impacted. While LC CAN impact anyone, some groups are at higher risk. Swipe through our graphics for a look at how LC experiences break down by race, gender, sexual orientation, and age.
A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Table showing the percentage of adults who've ever experienced Long Covid by race: Black, non-hispanic 31.8%, Asian, non-hispanic 20.9%, White, non-hispanic 29.9%, Hispanic 35.9%. At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame. A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Table showing the percentage of adults who've ever experienced Long COVID by gender: Cis male 24.4%, Cis female 36.2%, Transgender 48.5%, none of these 45.1%. At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame. A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Table showing the percentage of adults who've ever experienced Long COVID by sexual orientation: Gay/lesbian 31.5%, Straight 30%, Bisexual 40.3%, Something else 43.3%, Don't know 37%. At the bottom left is the Portland Clean Air Committee logo. On the bottom right is an arrow pointing to the next frame. A white graphic with a light purple band along the top. Title: "International Long COVID Awareness Day," next to a grey & turquoise Long COVID Awareness ribbon. Body text: "LC affects all age groups. Go to: longcovidkids.org for info and support for children." Table showing the percentage of adults who've ever experienced Long COVID by age group: 18-29 years 29.3%, 30-39 years 31%, 40-49 years 33.7%, 50-59 years 34.4%, 60-69 years 29.6%, 70-79 years 25.4%. 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
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❤️ And thank you to our local community! You've given us 330 N95s and 400 kid-sized surgical masks to share — a vital boost for keeping each other safe.

Get masks with your HEPA request, bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC
# 3 The title reads: "Thank you Local Community!" An image of a 3M N95 is presented with the caption "330 N95s". The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom. # 4 The title reads: "Thank you Local Community!" An illustration of a surgical mask is captioned as "400 kid-sized masks". The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom.
February 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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🎉 A giant THANK YOU to @bonafidemasks for donating 1,200 KN95s!

Your generosity helps ensure more folks can access high-quality protection.

Get masks with your HEPA request bit.ly/BorrowFromPCAC
# 2 The title reads: "Thank you BONA FIDE MASKS for donating 1,200 KN95 masks!" A picture of packaged KN95 masks is surrounded by the Bona Fide Masks logo, Portland Clean Air Committee logo, and an illustration of a KN95 mask with earloops.
February 22, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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•Masks required indoors.
•Free masks & rapid tests.
•CR-box building in the lounge.
•Fit testing in the backyard.
•PCAC will make 5 purifiers for our lending program.
•Bring your own materials IF you wish to take one home.
•Want to fit test? Dress warmly, bring a few different masks, and a snack!
The title reads "CR-box Building & Skillshare" with the subtitle reading "bit.ly/M1skillshare". What to expect: (1) Free masks & Rapid Antigen Tests available in the entryway, (2) Properly fitted masks are required indoors, (3) CR box building in the Lounge, (4) Volunteers from the community are offering fit test kits for use outside in the backyard. Additional accessibility details pdf here: "bit.ly/M1access". The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom.
February 18, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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Support clean air and win a powerful cleaning solution!

How to Enter:
• $5 per entry
• $20 for 5 entries
• $50 for 15 entries

Buy entries here: pcac.carrd.co#donate

Drawing happens on 3/20!!
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. ID# 5 The title "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" is at the top-left. Written below the title is "How we'll select the winner." There is an image of a raffle wheel with the Portland Clean Air Committee logo in the center. Entries on the wheel will show first initial & abbreviated last name. The order will be shuffled before it spins. We'll post a video of our results and email the winner on 3/20. If you wish to give anonymously, PLEASE DO, we can use your Qgiv donation number on the wheel instead of your name. The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is also at the bottom. A purple arrow leading to the next frame. ID# 6 The title "SPRING CLEANING RAFFLE" is at the top-left. Written below the title is "More about hypochlorous acid" followed by four bullet points. First bullet says: "Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-fungal, & non-corrosive." Second bullet says: "Safe enough for pet paws and to be used as mouthwash." Third bullet says: "Benefits wound healing, eczema, rosacea, and more." Fourth bullet says: "Made with 4 things: water, salt, vinegar, and electricity." To the right of the bullet points are six logos. First logo says "GREEN SEAL" with a check mark. Second logo says "ClimatePartner 19550-2210-1001". Third logo is a registered trademark of a bunny leaping. Fourth logo says "clean label PROJECT" and "PURITY AWARD". Fifth logo says "National Eczema Association". Sixth logo says "EPA REGISTERED." Below the logos, further information and studies are linked: "https://bit.ly/HOClreview". The Portland Clean Air Committee logo is at the bottom.
February 5, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Beautiful!
January 27, 2025 at 11:09 PM