PPE Unite

What PPE Unite does

PPE Unite is a California-based personal protective equipment distribution program operated by Logisticom, Inc., founded in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program distributes N95/KN95 respirators, face masks, disposable gloves, hand sanitizer, face shields, and self-collect COVID-19 PCR testing kits to California small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations. Distribution is delivered through a hybrid of scheduled contactless pickup appointments and large-scale community "PPE-Up" events hosted at partner venues such as malls, community centers, and event spaces. The program has cumulatively distributed approximately 18 million units of PPE to over 30,000 organizations, making it one of the largest such efforts in the United States.

The platform is not a technology product in the conventional sense; rather, it is a logistics and distribution operation that uses an e-commerce and scheduling system operated by Logisticom, Inc. to manage subscription sign-ups, appointment booking, and event logistics. Membership is structured as recurring subscriptions (Plus, Pro, and Peak tiers, billed monthly), with PPE itself provided free or heavily subsidized and the membership fee supporting operating costs rather than supply. Supporting product lines include the Safer at Work sub-brand (free safety signage and collateral) and a wildfire disaster relief module distributing PPE to first responders and at-risk residents. A Business Resources Hub integrates third-party services such as Cal/OSHA consultations, SBDC advising, and grant programs.

The program's go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, anchored by a public-private partnership with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES), the Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), and a dense network of chambers of commerce, economic development corporations, and municipal partners across Los Angeles County and statewide California. Revenue is generated primarily through subscription membership fees, with the underlying PPE largely sourced through state emergency procurement and donations, allowing the program to undercut commercial PPE distributors on price for the underserved small-business and nonprofit segment. The program is privately held, has no disclosed venture capital or private equity backing, and operates exclusively within California.

Name

PPE Unite

Legal name

Logisticom, Inc.

Website

https://ppeunite.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PPE Unite is a California-based PPE distribution program operated by Logisticom, Inc., providing free or subsidized N95 respirators, masks, gloves, sanitizer, face shields, and COVID-19 test kits to over 30,000 small businesses, nonprofits, and organizations across the state via subscription memberships and large-scale community PPE-Up events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

PPE Distribution Services

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Gloves, Masks/Respirators, Gowns, Face Shields) (HLAHANAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

PPE, Safety & Infection Control Supplies Distribution (JanSan-adjacent) (CRAOAGAK)

Keywords

• PPE distribution
• Personal protective equipment
• COVID-19 supplies
• Safety supplies distribution
• Disaster relief supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership/Subscription Fee: The program shifted from fully free PPE distribution to a subscription-based model. Members pay a low monthly service fee to support ongoing operations and staff. PPE supplies themselves remain free or highly subsidized. The membership fee enables more frequent access to supplies compared to the original one-time distribution model. Businesses save thousands compared to directly purchasing PPE supplies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PPE Unite distributes free and subsidized personal protective equipment (N95 respirators, KN95 masks, face masks, disposable gloves, hand sanitizer, face shields) and self-collect COVID-19 PCR testing kits to small businesses, nonprofits, and organizations across California. Members pay a low monthly service fee for ongoing access to supplies via scheduled pickup, large-scale PPE-Up events, or (for the Peak plan) delivery. The program is operated by Logisticom, Inc. in partnership with CalOES, CalOSBA, and a network of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations.

Product overview

PPE Unite is a PPE distribution program and platform that provides free personal protective equipment to small businesses, nonprofits, and organizations across California. The core offering is the PPE Distribution Program, which supplies N95 respirators, KN95 masks, face masks, disposable gloves, hand sanitizer, face shields, and COVID-19 test kits. The platform operates through membership subscription plans (Plus, Peak, Pro) that provide regular pickup or delivery access to supplies. Supporting offerings include the Safer at Work Campaign (providing free safety signage and resources), a Wildfire Smoke and PPE Use Resources module for disaster relief, and a Business Resources Hub connecting users to additional services like grants and consulting. The program partners with state and local government agencies and has distributed nearly 18 million units of PPE to over 30,000 organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Safer at Work: A collaborative campaign providing free resources and signage designed to help businesses communicate critical safety steps during the COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Products and services

• PPE Unite PPE Distribution Program A joint effort program that distributes personal protective equipment including N95 respirators, KN95 masks, face masks, disposable gloves, hand sanitizer, and face shields to California small businesses, nonprofits, and organizations. The program provides free or highly subsidized PPE supplies with members paying a low monthly service fee to support operations.
• COVID-19 PCR Test Kits Self-collect COVID-19 PCR testing kits distributed as part of PPE Unite's offerings to small businesses, nonprofits, and organizations for workplace testing needs.
• Wildfire Disaster Relief PPE Distribution Distribution of wildfire disaster relief PPE including N95 respirators, gloves, protective eyewear, and face shields to mitigate smoke inhalation, hazardous material exposure, and heat risks for emergency personnel, volunteers, and residents in California wildfire-affected areas.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served over 30,000 organizations with nearly 18 million units of PPE distributed
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• City of LakewoodmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 March 2021Worked closely with PPE Unite to launch the PPE-Up initiative for Lakewood/Long Beach. Mayor Todd Rogers supported the effort to help local small businesses.
• Lakewood Center (Macerich)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 March 2021Private partner that donated their mall site for the Lakewood/Long Beach PPE-Up event.
• Gateway Chamber AlliancemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 March 2021Comprising Norwalk, Whittier, Cerritos, South Gate chambers who helped coordinate outreach to all local organizations for the Lakewood/Long Beach event.
• Lakewood Chamber of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 March 2021President Jose Luis Solache helped coordinate and organize the Lakewood PPE-Up event. Local chambers from surrounding cities also participated.
• City of TorrancemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 February 2021Partnered with PPE Unite for the South Bay PPE-Up event at Del Amo Fashion Center. The City of Torrance helped engage local small businesses and supported the distribution effort.
• Torrance Chamber of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 February 2021Led organization of the South Bay PPE-Up event with PPE Unite. President Donna Duperron coordinated the massive undertaking with support from other South Bay chambers.
• Transform SHCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 February 2021Private partner that donated the Del Amo Fashion Center site for the South Bay PPE-Up event, enabling the large-scale distribution.
• South Bay Association of Chambers of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 February 2021Helped coordinate outreach to all local South Bay organizations including Lomita, Carson, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, and San Pedro chambers.
• Westfield Mall (Santa Clarita)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2021Hosted the PPE-Up event in Santa Clarita Valley. Maral Matossian and Audra Cheney from Westfield contributed their site for the distribution event.
• Princess CruisesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2021Headquartered in Santa Clarita Valley, Princess Cruises brought volunteers and supplies/snacks for the PPE-Up event.
• Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2021John Musella, Ivan Volschenk, and Peter Warda from the chamber helped coordinate outreach to Valley business owners and distributed supplies on site.
• Hollywood Chamber of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 4 February 2021Rana Ghadban and team volunteered to greet and load PPE supplies to local Hollywood businesses. The chamber helped distribute PPE supplies for over 800 businesses.
• Culver City Chamber of CommercemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 January 2021Colin Diaz, President/CEO, and team helped distribute critical supplies to their members and registered small businesses at the Culver City PPE-Up.
• City of Culver CitymajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 January 2021Cross-departmental collaboration with Public Works, Parks & Rec, Culver PD, and City Planning to provide staff and ensure event safety and traffic flow.
• City of El MontemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 January 2021Donated their community center for PPE-Up drive-up pickup event to distribute face masks, hand sanitizers, and face shields to East San Gabriel Valley organizations.
• California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCalOES collaborated with CalOSBA to make 5.5 million units of PPE initially available through the PPE Unite program. This state-level partnership provided the foundation for the distribution effort, with CalOES supplying emergency management expertise and procurement resources.
• Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with CalOES to distribute PPE to small businesses across California. CalOSBA provided small business advocacy expertise and connection to the small business community.
• Logisticom, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOperating company providing e-commerce solutions and logistics expertise to drive the PPE Unite program. Headquartered at 19914 S. Via Barron, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220. Operates the program and manages distribution operations.
• Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation (VSEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn institution proudly helping underserved businesses for over 30 years. Led the PPE Unite initiative alongside Logisticom, providing economic development expertise and community connections to reach underserved small businesses.
• Los Angeles Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvided support for regional collaboration to support businesses and employees safety. SBDC helped coordinate outreach to small businesses and provided business advising services alongside PPE distribution.
• Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner department working in regional collaboration to support businesses and employee safety as part of the PPE Unite initiative.
• Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner department working in regional collaboration to support businesses and employee safety as part of the PPE Unite initiative.
• California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES)coreTechnology or IntegrationCalOES logo appears on the PPE order form for distribution partners, indicating their role in providing PPE supplies for the program.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Henry Schein: Major Fortune-500 distributor of medical, dental, and PPE products to healthcare providers and businesses. Represents the scaled commercial channel PPE Unite competes with as the market normalizes.
• Direct Relief: Large humanitarian medical aid organization that procures and distributes PPE and medical supplies globally, including during disasters. Comparable in disaster-relief PPE distribution but operates at far greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Grainger: Large industrial and safety supplies distributor with a comprehensive PPE category, serving businesses across the US. Represents the established commercial benchmark for SMB PPE purchasing.
• Uline: Major distributor of shipping, industrial, and safety supplies including PPE, with strong SMB penetration in California and nationwide. Comparable in serving SMBs with bulk PPE supplies on a subscription/reorder model.
• McKesson: One of the largest pharmaceutical and medical-surgical distributors in the US, with substantial PPE supply operations. Sets the commercial benchmark for PPE sourcing, logistics, and pricing that PPE Unite must remain below to retain SMB customers.
• Medline Industries: Largest privately held medical supply manufacturer and distributor in the US, including a significant PPE portfolio. A potential supply partner or competitor depending on PPE Unite's sourcing strategy.
• Americares: Global health-focused nonprofit that distributes medical supplies, including PPE, to under-resourced communities and during emergencies. Overlaps with PPE Unite's disaster-response distribution function.

Direct peers

• Project N95: National nonprofit that distributes vetted PPE to healthcare workers, businesses, and the public — closest direct peer in mission and distribution model, though operating at a national rather than state-focused scale.

Others

• Quill: Office and janitorial supplies distributor (a Staples brand) that supplies PPE alongside core office products to small and mid-sized businesses. Competes for the same SMB PPE purchasing budget as PPE Unite.
• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (disaster-response analog): California nonprofit logistics operator that uses large-scale community distribution events to deploy resources to underserved populations. Relevant analog for PPE Unite's event-driven, partnership-led operating model even though not a PPE peer.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/ppeunite
• Instagraminstagram.com/ppeunites
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ppeunite

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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