What is the Guest of Honor Principle?

East Bay Convoy of Hope® takes pride in its guest of honor principle. Our goal for the outreach is that every attendee be valued, respected, and treated as a guest of honor. Every aspect of an outreach is based on this principle; and, on the day of an outreach, all areas of service demonstrate this principle. We unconditionally love and accept each guest without regard to age, race, physical appearance, or spiritual condition.

What is East Bay Convoy Of Hope® all about?

The East Bay Convoy of Hope® outreach is a one-day special community event designed to meet both the human and spiritual needs of impoverished families. Our outreach gives hope by providing attendees free: groceries, health and dental screenings, haircuts, games, giveaways and children's activities.

During the outreach, approximately 700 local volunteers will serve anywhere from 5,000 – 6,000 guest-attendees. Opportunities for ongoing service are made possible by giving volunteers from businesses, churches, government agencies, and community service organizations a chance to connect with local residents, making a lasting impression on all who participate.

Convoy Of Hope Invited to White House Roundtable

Convoy of Hope invited to present at White House Compassion in Action Roundtable on Disaster Preparation and Response, Monday May 19, 2008. Kary Kingsland, Convoy of Hope U.S. Disaster Response director, to serve on panel discussion alongside heads of other aid organizations and will meet with notable figures,including U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff.

AG-NEWS: Friday, May 16, 2008

Contra Costa County Supervisors Praise East Bay Convoy Of Hope

"The Convoy of Hope is an inspirational community initiative because it blesses the lives of the attendees, volunteers and organizers. (Last year) many needs were met with community services, haircuts and heath services. There are thousands of homes where people are struggling and I hope that (this year) we can build on this event to reach out and help people."
County Supervisor Susan Bonilla (5/1/2008)

"Last year's Convoy of Hope as presented by Calvary Temple was a day of hope for many of Bay Point residents. It renews one's faith in the ability of our fellow men and women to do good."
County Supervisor Federal Glover (5/5/2008)

Welcome to the new East Bay Convoy Of Hope Blog

Welcome to East Bay COH leaders and interested parties.

Please feel free to try out our new Blog. It is here to help our communication in advance of our September 20, 2008 outreach.

Please let me know if you have any problems or questions by E-mailing me at Convoy@MarkPryor.com