Sewing Warrior Donates Money From Making Masks To Feeding America

OAK LAWN, IL -- 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.

This submission comes from Amanda Schmaltz who nominated her high school friend, Katie Nelson.

Where the nominee lives:

Oak Lawn

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:

Oak Lawn

Name of the nominee:

Katie Nelson

Name of the person who nominated the hero:

Amanda Schmaltz

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

No

What does the nominee do for work?:

Makes face masks for the public

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?

Katie is spending all her time, along with her grandmother Carol Novy, making masks. She is charging a measly $2 and then donating that $2 to feeding America.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:

Katie is the kindest, most genuine down to earth person you will ever meet. She is someone that everyone needs in their life.