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As a result of the ongoing pandemic, The Kindness Factory wonB次元官网网址檛 be hosting a grand opening event but is looking forward to welcoming customers for free, contactless pickups starting Sept. 2.
The Kindness Factory donates masks to volunteers at the Red Cedar Caf茅, which provides hot meals to hungry people in Victoria.
Masks come in a wide variety of prints and styles starting at $10.
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