Fort Bend County churches, businesses, and community service agencies are working together to reach out to the community by providing service to the Fort Bend Convoy of Hope. On Saturday, November 21, over 700 volunteers and 60 organizations will be donating their time and resources toward the event.

Convoy of Hope coordinator, Rev. Deborah Prihoda says, “With the economy the way it is, we’re hoping to be able to reach out to a lot more people,” referring to the previous event held in 2007, when 3,000 people were reached by the program.

With high hopes of reaching around 5,000 locals, the “carnival-like event” will have 40,000 pounds of food, medical services, parenting classes, a job fair, and other free personal development opportunities. Additionally, there will be family music and entertainment, giveaways, family portraits and free hair-cuts.

No identification is necessary and the event will continue regardless of weather.

For Lakemont residents looking to join the effort, visit www.fortbendconvoyofhope.com or call Prihoda at 281-342-3801.