Patriots Donate 7,500 Masks, Hand Sanitizer Bottles To MBTA

FOXBOROUGH, MA — Riding on the subway and Commuter Rail amid the coronavirus pandemic got a safety boost thanks to the New England Patriots, New England Revolution and Patriot Place, MBTA officials said Wednesday.

Patriot Place donated 2,500 masks and 5,000 bottles of hand sanitizer to give to MBTA riders in support of the T's Ride Safer Campaign.

"We are proud to support the MBTA’s Ride Safer program to help meet the ongoing needs for masks and hand sanitizer in our surrounding communities," said Brian Earley, the general manager for Patriot Place. "We are thankful to continue our strong partnership with the MBTA by teaming up on this great initiative to keep members of our communities safe and healthy."

The MBTA’s Ride Safer campaign consists of three components: providing face coverings to riders in need at key stations during peak travel times; signage and messaging to promote the importance of keeping a safe distance and wearing face coverings while on MBTA buses and trains.

"The health and safety of our riders and employees continue to be our top priorities during these challenging times,” said MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak. "The MBTA greatly appreciates this contribution from the Patriots, Revolution and Patriot Place as we strive to provide safe, essential transit services to those who rely on buses and trains."