Harry’s Supports Medical Workers

On April 15, Harry's donated $1 million of shaving supplies to hospitals in New York City and around the country.
 
In partnership with the office of the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, $500,000 in shaving supplies will be distributed to the 11 public hospitals across New York City, which continues to be the center of the pandemic in the US. Another $500,000 in Harry's shaving supplies will be made available to hospitals across the US. Hospitals in need can submit requests for Harry's product by reaching out to [email protected]. 
 
“New York City has always been home to Harry's. The medical professionals on the front lines are true heroes, and it's our duty to do what we can to support them in our city and across the country. We've heard loud and clear from healthcare professionals that there is a need for our products, and we want to help meet that need,” said Harry's co-founder and co-CEO Jeff Raider.
 
As the pandemic has worsened over the last few weeks, shaving and grooming have taken on new importance. Per recommendations from the CDC, medical workers on the front lines must remain clean-shaven in order for their N95 masks and personal protective equipment (PPE) to properly protect them from contracting COVID-19. Many medical professionals are working long hours to care for the influx of patients, and in order to protect their own families, many do not return home. Grooming and personal care products are thus desperately needed at hospitals, and Harry's hopes that this commitment will help serve that need.
 
Crisis Text Line
 
Harry's is also encouraging anyone struggling with mental health challenges during this time to seek help by reaching out to Crisis Text Line, a long-term Harry's partner that provides 24/7, free, confidential support via text. Those in need can speak to a Crisis Counselor by texting FEEL to 741741.
 
Crisis Text Line recently launched For the Frontlines, to support workers on the frontlines dealing with anxiety, stress, fear, isolation or other difficult emotions during coronavirus with free crisis counseling. Harry's relationship with Crisis Text Line is part of its goal to help 500,000 men get access to better mental health care by 2021.