Hand Sanitizer Donation Helps Protect Schools, Vulnerable Communities
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Dallas BA has put nearly 3,000 gallons of hand sanitizer on to area job sites. As the product became more available, demand from the industry waned giving the Association an opportunity to make a difference in the community.
In early February, the Association’s leadership decided to donate hundreds of gallons to Plano ISD, Dallas ISD and registration centers helping provide vaccine access to underserved communities. “We are not out of the woods yet and we must be vigilant until we beat this,” said Dallas BA President Matt Mitchell of James Andrews Custom Homes. “Kids are still able to catch the virus and spread it to others who can get very sick or worse. The sanitizer is another layer of protection that is safe and simple to use.”
Dallas BA staff loaded the sanitizer on rental trucks and trailers and Executive Officer Phil Crone, with help one Saturday from his wife Heidi, made the deliveries. “Our staff was happy that our leadership decided to make this donation to such worthy causes,” he said. “Many in our community are not as fortunate as our industry and Association have been over the last few months. We are thrilled to do our part to keep schools safe and ensure equitable access to life saving vaccines.”
The Dallas BA still has a small amount of hand sanitizer available to purchase for $10 per gallon as well as KN95 masks. These can be purchased online at DallasBuilders.org.