Neighbor Makes Free Masks: Pinole Hero

PINOLE, CA —When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

Where the nominee lives:
Pinole

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Pinole

Name of the nominee:
Cindy Bustis

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Pamela Suess

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Mask making.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She has been furiously sewing masks since the beginning of quarantine.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She started making them for the workers at Kaiser Richmond and has given them to many people and organizations over the last 6 weeks. After running out of elastic she posted on Nextdoor and got donations!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.