(La Porte, IN) - A special day has been declared in La Porte for a group of volunteers dedicated to cancer victims.  Mayor Tom Dermoday signed a proclamation making Saturday, May 1 "NewDay Foundation Day" in the city.

NewDay Foundation is a local cancer support community providing financial help and hope to cancer patients during their journey.  During their visits, members bring people fighting cancer things like gifts along with encouragement.  The organization is scheduled to host its annual concert and fundraiser on Saturday at the Civic Auditorium.

NewDay Foundation Director of Client Services Cathy Dye and CEO of the organization, Katrina Langford, joined Dermody for his signing of the proclamation.