Convoy of Hope


About the Convoy of Hope

Since Convoy of Hope, a 501(c)3 faith-based nonprofit, was founded in 1994 they have served more than 48 million people throughout the world through international children’s feeding initiatives, community outreach events, disaster response and partner resourcing. Their objective is to always deliver much-needed food, supplies and hope to the impoverished and suffering. The Greater Charleston Convoy of Hope is the Lowcountry chapter of this organization and is supported by local churches, businesses and individuals. They provide united acts of community outreach designed to meet the basic physical and spiritual needs of area residents. Visit www.charlestonconvoyofhope.org for more information.


2011 Convoy of Hope Event - Gave Hope and Free Services to Local Families in Need

More than 1,300 people attended the 2011 Charleston Convoy of Hope that took place Dec.10, 2011 at Haut Gap Advanced Studies Magnet School on Johns Island. This community outreach event was geared toward bringing hope and aid to families in need on and around Johns Island during these challenging economic times. Free goods and services were given including job training and employment opportunities, health and medical education, more than 1,700 bags of groceries, hundreds of haircuts and more. There was a children’s carnival area that included a jump castle, live entertainment, food and free Christmas gifts were given to more than 800 children.

“We are thrilled that the event was such a success and brought so much joy and hope to area families,” explains Pastor Mary Stoney with Life Restoration and Prosperity Ministries. “To see the smiles on the faces of all the children receiving their Christmas gifts and to ignite such inspiration in the adults throughout our community who are trying to make a better life for themselves was such a blessing.”

This annual event was put together by the national Convoy of Hope organization, their greater Charleston-area chapter, local residents, churches and businesses, including key sponsor Kiawah Island Community Association (KICA), whose members were instrumental in helping plan the event, collecting gifts for children, donating and coordinating volunteers for the event.

“We were honored to be a part of the Charleston Convoy of Hope community outreach event and to have had the opportunity to lend a hand to our Johns Island neighbors,” says Joan Avioli, a member of the KICA board of directors. “I can’t thank our members enough for showing their support by collecting donations and gifts and for volunteering their time to ensure such a successful event.”


Convoy of Hope Organizers Thank Kiawah Volunteers

The organizers of the Johns Island Convoy of Hope event sent a special thank you to the volunteers from Kiawah Island for their "invaluable service." Read the full thank you letter here.