Polaris Donates 509 and KLIM Goggles to Support Goggles for Docs
April 16 2020 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
Nearly 1,300 Goggles Donated to Help Address
Protective Eye Equipment Shortages Across the U.S.
Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it has donated nearly
1,300 pairs of 509 and KLIM goggles to support Goggles For Docs,
providing eyewear to healthcare workers battling the COVID-19
pandemic. This donation comes at a critical time as healthcare
workers and first responders face a shortage of personal protective
equipment (PPE) needed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The donation
of nearly 1,300 pairs of goggles equate to a total MSRP of $72,200
and were distributed to hospitals and medical facilities across the
nation including AMR Riverside in California, Newark Division of
Fire & EMS in Ohio and Emory University Hospital in Georgia,
among others.
“During these unprecedented times, we have seen so many examples
of healthcare workers and first responders working in the most
demanding circumstances despite the lack of PPE for the greater
good,” said Tom Delanoy, 509 founder and president. “Working with
Goggles For Docs to provide eyewear for those fighting on the
frontlines of this pandemic seemed like a great way for us to
contribute and we are humbled to be part of the solution.”
Goggles For Docs is a grassroots effort to provide healthcare
workers with ski, snowboard, snowmobile and off-road goggles as
they treat COVID-19 patients, offering a solution to the shortages
of healthcare eye protection. As of April 4, more than 29,000
goggles have been shipped across the country. Dozens of new medical
centers are being vetted daily by dedicated Goggles For Docs
volunteers as the need for more goggles continues to grow.
“Goggles For Docs was created to help mitigate the lack of eye
protection for medical workers and first responders during the
COVID-19 pandemic,” said Jon Schaefer, Goggles For Docs founder.
“The need for goggles increases daily and we wouldn’t be able to
meet demands without the generosity of brands like Polaris, 509 and
KLIM who have stepped up to provide much needed eyewear.”
509 and KLIM are a part of Polaris’ broad portfolio of
snowmobile and off-road riding gear, apparel and accessory
offerings.
To find more information about Goggles For Docs visit:
GogglesforDocs.com. Also, join the conversation and follow the
progress of the movement on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Polaris is committed to supporting its customers, dealers,
employees and local communities, learn more about additional
actions taken to support the Polaris family.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII)
pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and
services that have invited people to discover the joy of being
outdoors since our founding in 1954. With annual 2019 sales of $6.8
billion, Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris
RANGER, RZR and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman
all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and
heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and
deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading
Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with
parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket
portfolio, including TransAmerica Auto Parts. Polaris’ presence in
adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road
vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly
headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries
across the globe. www.polaris.com.
About Goggles for Docs
Goggles For Docs came to life on March 28, 2020 via an email to
Jon Schaefer, the General Manager of Berkshire East ski resort in
Massachusetts. A New York City doctor was looking for used goggles
to give to his team for eye protection. A quick spreadsheet
documenting who needed what and where was created and a snowball
effect was created. A group of seasoned and passionate volunteers –
all of whom are goggle-wearing sports enthusiasts – run the
program, which is entirely crowdfunded.
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