Looking to do its part in the battle against the COVID-19 Pandemic, Founder Sport Group, whose team sports brands include Alleson, Badger, Garb and Teamwork, is committing part of its manufacturing facilities to join in the effort to help fight the spread of COVID-19.

Inspired by the sacrifice made by First Responders, Founder Sport has unveiled two new offerings: a performance activity mask, along with an inspirationally messaged T-shirt, with 100 percent of all net proceeds from the sale of both products being donated to the All Clear Foundation; a 501c3 organization dedicated to improving the life expectancy and well being of all First Responders.

As part of this effort, Founder Sport will be leveraging its cutting and sewing capabilities in both Statesville, NC, and Managua, Nicaragua, to produce performance activity masks (PAMs), which are designed for active individuals who must make an essential outing to the grocery store or public location. While not a replacement for medical-grade face masks, they are engineered to serve as an additional barrier to the outside environment. Each PAM features performance micro-polyester with spandex fabrics for a snug fit around the nose and mouth. 

“We are hopeful that the performance activity mask will provide concerned citizens some peace of mind, while allowing medically approved N95 masks to go to front-line personnel,” says CEO JohnAnton. “During this time of crisis, we are focused on making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of our community at large, and First Responders specifically.”

Additionally, Founder Sport is unveiling specialty T-shirts emblazoned with the inspirational message: “The Best Offense is a Good Defense.”  This shirt reminds us all to defend against the spread of COVID-19 by staying home, practicing social distancing, and washing hands.

Both the T-shirts and PAM can be purchased online at www.FounderSport.com.

“In these unprecedented times, we all have an opportunity to step up and do our part to take pressure off of the healthcare system and stop COVID-19,” says Janell Farr, president of the All Clear Foundation. “First Responders and healthcare workers are in desperate need of supplies and we sincerely appreciate the efforts of Founder Sport Group in the fight by retooling their factories to help with production as well as increasing awareness of the importance of staying home whenever possible. We also send a huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who supports First Responders through the purchase of Founder Sport Group’s performance activity masks and inspirational T-shirts.”