The Garden Island and the Zonta Club of Kaua’i are again teaming up with the community to make the holidays a little happier for those in need. Every year, the community is asked to make donations to the Zonta/Garden Island
The Garden Island and the Zonta Club of Kaua’i are again teaming up with the community to make the holidays a little happier for those in need.
Every year, the community is asked to make donations to the Zonta/Garden Island Christmas Fund. With the help of community agencies, Zonta Club members identify families who will not have a merry Christmas without help. Every day from now until Christmas, The Garden Island will publish stories about people who could use some assistance. The names have been changed to protect their privacy, but the stories are all actual case histories of people living on Kaua’i.
Checks and money orders may be sent to Zonta/Garden Island Christmas Fund, c/o The Garden Island, P.O. Box 231, Lihue HI 96766. Donations may also be dropped off at The Garden Island office at 3137 Kuhio Highway in Lihu’e during office hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Because of space limitations, people are asked to refrain from bringing in used goods. Monetary donations are preferred.
Additional information is available from Rita De Silva at 245-3681, ext. 241.
Single mother hopes for a little extra
Tanya, a single parent, has three children, Nathan’s 12, Kyle’s 10 and Bradley’s 3. The primary provider for her family, Tanya has a job to help with the budget, and yet it cannot be stretched enough to meet the responsibilities. She would like to be able to buy some clothes and a little extra something for each of her children to spread holiday cheer.
Clothes, music would boost ill woman
Kuulani is 70 years old. She has just been released from the hospital due to pneumonia. Living alone can be a harrowing experience, especially when you are ill. Having some warm clothing and a small radio would help keep her warm and occupied.
