WICHITA — Thousands of people lined up to receive free school supplies, shoes and other items at a charity event in Wichita.
More than 5,000 people showed up Saturday for the Convoy of Hope, which handed out about 3,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and 2,500 pairs of children’s shoes. More than 680 people also got haircuts.
The event was held at Bethel Life Center. Last year’s event drew nearly 9,000 people.