Local group invites community to hands-on volunteerism and giving back project this Saturday

Seattle, WA (July 26, 2012) — 
 

WHAT:		This Saturday, World Vision brings together local churches, community members and volunteers to host a day of hands-on giving back. Guest author Katie Smith Milway will be reading to event attendees from her new book “Mimi’s Village,” which shows the complete transformation of an African village by basic health care interventions, such as those included in the kits. Two thousand Health Caregiver Kits will be assembled by volunteers at this event, and will include handwritten notes of encouragement for the healthcare volunteer recipients.    The cover of 'Mimi's Village,' a new book by author Katie Smith Milway. Smith Milway’s new book will be available for purchase at this event, with all proceeds going to the Health Caregiver Kits program at World Vision.
WHO:		Sun River and community churches, Katie Smith Milway and World Vision are partnering to provide an experiential giving back opportunity for community members and their families.
WHY:		An opportunity for the local community to provide critical supplies and support for hardworking volunteer caregivers who lack the basic supplies they need to safely and effectively care for the sick. World Vision and over 77,000 community-based volunteer caregivers in Africa are working together to improve conditions for the sick and prevent the spread of infection.
WHERE:		Sun River Church 11223 Trinity River Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Patty Dacy: 916.284.3770
WHEN:		Saturday, August 18 9 a.m. - Noon (Smith Milway reads shortly after 9 a.m.)

Interviews available with Katie Smith Milway, Sun River Church organizer, and World Vision Kits staff.

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About World Vision:
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. We serve the world's poor — regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. For more information on their efforts, visit WorldVision.org/press or follow them on Twitter at @WorldVisionNews