Convoy of Hope Provides $1M in Services, With Natl. Breast Cancer Foundation

On Saturday, August 15, Convoy of Hope will partner with local businesses, churches, government agencies and nonprofits during a community celebration in Springfield, Massachusetts at Springfield Riverfront Park.

During the celebration, Convoy of Hope and the Springfield community will provide more than $1 million worth of goods and services including free: food, health services, haircuts, family portraits, job services, a carnival and more. Identification is not required to attend and participate in the event.

In 2014, more than 400 cities were served by Convoy of Hope events around the country.

Convoy of Hope partners the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) and Plum Organics will also be at the event. The NBCF provides education, support and early detection services to underserved women in the community. Plum Organics will distribute organic food specifically created for babies, toddlers and school-aged children.

Convoy of Hope, a faith-based organization founded in 1994, has a driving passion to feed the world. With a long history as an early responder in times of natural disasters, Convoy of Hope has been a Four Star Charity as recognized by Charity Navigator for 12 consecutive years. In the last 20 years, Convoy of Hope has served more than 70 million people.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation's mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services. For more information please visit www.nbcf.org.

Plum Organics is a leading innovator with the mission of inspiring a lifetime of healthy eating from the very first bite. Recognized for unique, culinary-inspired recipes and a modern approach to family nutrition, Plum offers a complete line of premium, nutritious organic baby food, toddler and kid snack and mealtime products in addition to snack pouches for adults. Plum has dedicated its social mission to delivering nutrient rich, organic food into the hands of little ones in need across America. For more information about Plum Organics, please visit www.plumorganics.com.�

This free Springfield community event is offering $1 million in free goods and services including more than 35,000 pounds of groceries, dental check-ups, family portraits, health services, job and career services, a kids carnival and more. All services are available while supplies last. All are welcome. No I.D. required.

The event provides an opportunity for more than 1,000 local community volunteers to share hope and tangible help with thousands of their neighbors in a spirit of honor and dignity.

It is presented by the community of Springfield, including numerous local businesses, organizations, churches and Convoy of Hope. Convoy of Hope is also working with Plum Organics at the event. They will distribute organic food specifically created for babies, toddlers and school-aged children.

Convoy of Hope will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 15 at Springfield Riverfront Park, W. Columbus Ave. & Memorial Bridge in Springfield, MA. For information, call 413-388-3333 or visit www.convoyofhope.org/springfield