We get personal protective equipment to those who need it most

Get Us PPE provides donated PPE at no cost to frontline workers and under-resourced communities with a sense of urgency and a focus on equity.

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3,000,000

PPE items delivered nationally via Get Us PPE

Do you need to request masks, face shields, disinfecting wipes, gowns or other PPE?

21,900,000

PPE items needed to fill one week's worth of need in U.S.

Personal protective equipment is our best defense against coronavirus

…yet more than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, there are frontline workers across the country who still desperately need more masks, gloves, disinfecting wipes, and other types of PPE. Get Us PPE exists to solve this problem.

Founded by emergency physicians in late March 2020, we are now the nation’s largest nonprofit getting donated PPE to people in need. We care about health equity, and we deliver PPE to those in need including nursing homes, rural communities, and homeless shelters. We also have initiatives to support PPE for Schools and PPE for Black Lives.

PPE shortage crisis:
Most recent data is alarming

hexagon map of Get Us PPE requests by state through October 2020

The latest PPE Shortage Index indicates our country is still facing serious PPE shortages.

Get Us PPE has amassed the largest non-governmental database of PPE shortages in the United States. This data is critical for helping our nonprofit organization get personal protective equipment where it is needed most. Help us get PPE into critical areas.

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The latest updates from Get Us PPE

PPE Insights

November 24, 2020

Five Practices To Help Us Avoid a PPE Shortage Surge This Thanksgiving

As the COVID-19 pandemic blankets the nation, public health experts warn of a possible outbreak following the Thanksgiving holiday, contributing to a larger PPE shortage, straining the already fragile PPE…

Kat Elieth Porras Gonzalez

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PPE Shortage Index shows N95s or equivalent (pictured) are among the most requested types of PPE

News PPE Crisis Briefing Press Releases

November 23, 2020

October PPE Shortage Index Shows Need is on the Rise—Again

The Index shows why the U.S. is still experiencing a PPE shortage, PPE needs in long-term care facilities, and requests by state.

Ali Hickerson

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PPE Weekly Briefing

November 23, 2020

Weekly Briefing: New COVID Mask Mandates and Small Facilities Suffer from PPE Shortages

As COVID cases rise, more states are enforcing mask mandates, distribution of PPE creates "two-tier system," and frontline workers share their stories.

Unnati Gupta

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Which PPE items are in highest demand?

Our database of requests has identified significant needs for the following types of personal protective equipment:

N95 Respirators

These masks are critical for protecting frontline workers from infectious droplets and aerosols.

Surgical Masks

Although not as secure as N95 masks, surgical masks do offer a significant degree of protection against droplets with SARS-CoV-2.

Protective Goggles

Eyes and eyelashes are a known source of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, especially in aerosolizing procedures.

Gloves (Nitrile, Non Powdered)

Gloves are a critical item for hand protection, and are facing extreme shortages.

Face Shields

These assist in preventing droplets and airborne SARS-CoV-2 from entering eyes, a known source of transmission.

Wipes & Disinfectant

Wipes are critical for wiping down machinery, workspaces, computers and rooms after use.

Coveralls

These microporous suits are worn over clothing to minimize airborne and droplet transmission via clothing.

Booties

Booties are worn over shoes to eliminate floor contact. Useful in situations where sputum or other fluids on the floor may get carried around shoes.

Gowns

Gowns cover the clothing, though not as effective as coveralls, can provide an additional layer of protection, especially when working directly with COVID-19 patients.

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We get personal protective equipment to those who need it most

Get Us PPE provides donated PPE at no cost to frontline workers and under-resourced communities with a sense of urgency and a focus on equity.

Do you want to help others get the personal protective equipment they need?

Do you need to request masks, face shields, disinfecting wipes, gowns or other PPE?

Personal protective equipment is our best defense against coronavirus

…yet more than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, there are frontline workers across the country who still desperately need more masks, gloves, disinfecting wipes, and other types of PPE. Get Us PPE exists to solve this problem.

PPE shortage crisis: Most recent data is alarming

The latest PPE Shortage Index indicates our country is still facing serious PPE shortages.

The latest updates from Get Us PPE

Five Practices To Help Us Avoid a PPE Shortage Surge This Thanksgiving

October PPE Shortage Index Shows Need is on the Rise—Again

Weekly Briefing: New COVID Mask Mandates and Small Facilities Suffer from PPE Shortages

Which PPE items are in highest demand?

Our database of requests has identified significant needs for the following types of personal protective equipment:

N95 Respirators

These masks are critical for protecting frontline workers from infectious droplets and aerosols.

Surgical Masks

Although not as secure as N95 masks, surgical masks do offer a significant degree of protection against droplets with SARS-CoV-2.

Protective Goggles

Eyes and eyelashes are a known source of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, especially in aerosolizing procedures.

Gloves (Nitrile, Non Powdered)

Gloves are a critical item for hand protection, and are facing extreme shortages.

Face Shields

These assist in preventing droplets and airborne SARS-CoV-2 from entering eyes, a known source of transmission.

Wipes & Disinfectant

Wipes are critical for wiping down machinery, workspaces, computers and rooms after use.

Coveralls

These microporous suits are worn over clothing to minimize airborne and droplet transmission via clothing.

Booties

Booties are worn over shoes to eliminate floor contact. Useful in situations where sputum or other fluids on the floor may get carried around shoes.

Gowns

Gowns cover the clothing, though not as effective as coveralls, can provide an additional layer of protection, especially when working directly with COVID-19 patients.

The news trusts our organization for factual information

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PPE shortage crisis:
Most recent data is alarming