Pastor Tony Pittman + Porfirio ‘Pilo’ Deleon

07/25/18 • 11 min

After Harvey, Pastor Tony Pittman organized a team of volunteers to distribute food and materials in the South Houston neighborhood around his church. As immediate needs were met, the Pastor’s mission evolved into one that helped families rebuild. Along the way, Pastor Tony met Pilo Deleon and his family, including an inspiring child who is fighting cancer.

Part 8 of 10-part series, "Stories from the Storm". More at houstonpublicmedia.org/harvey.

Part 8 of 10-part series, "Stories from the Storm". More at houstonpublicmedia.org/harvey.

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Part 7 of 10-part series, "Stories from the Storm". More at houstonpublicmedia.org/harvey.

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Part 9 of 10-part series, "Stories from the Storm". More at houstonpublicmedia.org/harvey.