Danville Church Group Among ‘Day Of Hope' Volunteers

PLEASANTON, CA — Several members of the Danville-based Community Presbyterian Church joined other local churches, the Danville Lion's Club and businesses at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton to help provide services and resources to Tri-Valley families in need on Sunday.

"One of the things that made this 'Day of Hope' so special was the camaraderie among the volunteers," said Deana Dickerson, CPC Director of Missions. "This included seven local churches and many secular organizations coming together to serve our community, particularly those in great need."

Families were welcomed with music and a fun play area for kids, while the volunteers spent hours providing free items and services to families, including new shoes to kids, haircuts, well-checks, groceries, career counseling, resume writing, emotional support, and prayers during the "Day of Hope" event.

Founded in 1994, the Convoy of Hope is a faith-based nonprofit organization known for its international programs of feeding and otherwise helping those in need. Convoy of Hope has roughly 40 more events planned nationwide between now and the end of the year.

A CPC spokesperson says the church, which is the oldest in Contra Costa County, has a long history of community service and partnership with both secular and faith-based organizations. In October, CPC will host its third annual "Serve Day," which draws almost 2,000 volunteers from around the Bay Area to provide dozens of organizations that serve others. Click here to learn of other upcoming community volunteer opportunities.

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Photos courtesy CPC Danville