KXLY
January 27, 2021 4:02 PM
Emily Oliver
SPOKANE, Wash. — More than 7.5 million pieces of personal protective equipment have been distributed throughout Spokane County since efforts began eight months ago, the County said in an update Wednesday.
The County first teamed up with several local partners to deliver much-needed protection to private schools, small businesses, non-profits, and more as community members struggled to navigate life under newly implemented pandemic procedures.
“This effort would not have become a reality without the support of partners such as Greater Spokane Incorporated, United Way, and local media outlets,” said Cindy Wendle, with the Spokane County Office of Financial Assistance. “Through these partnerships, we tackled the herculean effort of procurement, distribution, logistics, marketing, and communication among all the audiences we wanted to provide this opportunity for.”