SCHENECTADY, N.Y. -- Close to 300 people shared Easter dinner at the City Mission on Smith Street in Schenectady. Forty volunteers served ham, yams, mixed vegetables and dessert to anyone who wanted it. All the food is donated or bought from money that is donated to the cause.

"It's about the mission being able to help other people that need to help, there's a lot of good people, a lot of fellowship here where people can come and have a nice meal and enjoy the company of others and be able to talk and enjoy the meal,” said Steven Rodriguez, volunteer.

"You have to always remember the true meaning of Easter, it's not about the Easter baskets or ham and yams but be grateful that comes with it, it's a blessing,” said Belinda Seals.

Those who ate were able to take home Easter baskets for their kids. City Mission volunteers also delivered plates to residents at a nearby apartment complex.