Amid the current COVID-19 pandemic, the federal and state governments have been busy doing their part to pass laws and set regulations in order to guide businesses and constituents through this tough time. During this time many have realized in order to make a meaningful difference in the spread of this virus it will require everyone’s participation, especially increasing resources that can be provided by the private sector. Nearly every day in the news we are seeing many large, national companies commit their resources to making masks, ventilators, or other PPE. There are also a number of small Minnesota businesses making a huge difference in their local communities by helping to support healthcare workers and others. Below are few examples of local Minnesota companies making a difference during this time:
CenterPoint Marketing: former Quazar Business Brokerage Client, a traditional tradeshow and event marketing company has developed three new products that provide protection to frontline workers in healthcare and service industries. Learn More Here: https://www.centpoint.com/
Lightning Kayaks: has switched from making Kayaks and Paddles to making Face Shields to donate to the medical community. Learn More Here: https://lightningkayaks.com/products/face-shield-donation
Woodchuck USA: a technology-driven wood product manufacturer, is now working on producing 1.6 million face shields for health care workers. Learn More Here: https://go.woodchuckusa.com/industries/face-shields
Frost River: is a Canvas bag, luggage, and apparel manufacturer that is dedicating its production staff to creating 45,000 face shields for the medical community. Learn More Here: https://www.frostriver.com/frost-river-updates/
Nice Ride MN: the popular bike sharing program in Minnesota, is providing critical healthcare workers free 30-day bikeshare memberships. Learn More Here: https://www.niceridemn.com/blog/covid19
