City of Philadelphia
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Free health screenings, books, produce, and family activities were offered to community members during Free Fest, a health and wellness event held for the third consecutive year at the Navy Yard.
The event, organized by Philly Freeway, focused on connecting residents with free resources and services.
“To be able to bring free books, free produce, free blood pressure tests. We need these types of resources right in our community, and that’s what we’re really trying to do here,” said Melissa Young, a producer for Free Fest.
Young said the event reflects the mission of Philly Freeway and its founder.
“As a rapper, community leader, philanthropist, and kidney recipient, it’s really important to bring these resources to the community for his neighbors, his friends, his family,” Young said.
Volunteers also helped coordinate activities for children and families. Among them was author John Butler, who goes by Cousin John and served as curator of the Children’s Village.
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