CHICAGO (May 21, 2020)— As part of the “BEND THE CURVE. STAY AT HOME.” campaign and following the advice of medical experts on best practices for preventing the spread of COVID-19, the U.S. Soccer Federation has unveiled licensed face coverings.
With the goal of supporting different aspects of charitable work in the face of the global pandemic, 100 percent of net proceeds from sales will benefit two foundations: the CDC Foundation and the First Responders Children’s Foundation.
Emblazoned with the U.S. Soccer Federation crest, the masks are now available for pre-order at the U.S. Soccer Store in packs of three with different designs. Estimated delivery time is four-six weeks.
The U.S. Soccer-licensed face coverings are intended for personal use and are not medical-grade personal protective equipment. Wearing cloth face coverings serves as one way to limit the community spread of COVID-19. More information regarding coronavirus prevention can be found on the CDC website.
About the CDC Foundation
The CDC Foundation is an independent nonprofit and the sole entity created by Congress to mobilize philanthropic and private-sector resources to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s critical health protection work. The CDC Foundation is currently mobilized to support CDC, health departments and others in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. More information can be found at www.cdcfoundation.org. Follow the CDC Foundation on Twitter and Instagram @CDCFound.
About the First Responders Children’s Foundation
First Responders Children’s Foundation provides financial support to both children who have lost a parent in the line of duty as well as families enduring significant financial hardships due to tragic circumstances. As COVID-19 continues to infect communities across the nation, the need for grants within the first responder community continues to grow. In response to the growing need, the Foundation launched the COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund to help "Give More Grants" to first responders. More information can be found at www.1strcf.org. Follow First Responders Children's Foundation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @1strcf.
