Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pauliana and her children have faced tremendous adversity.
Despite these challenges, the family remains positive. Confined to a wheelchair, Pauliana makes the most of every experience and enjoys participating in activities and connecting with friends to keep her spirits up.
This holiday season, Pauliana would be especially grateful to have warm clothing, a jacket, non-slipper shoes and toiletries for her comfort.
Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share daily, front-page stories about families and individuals (we don’t use their real names) facing challenges and who would appreciate a little help.
The Christmas Fund is an avenue for everyone to provide that assistance. Donations are used by Zonta Club members to purchase gift certificates that are in turn distributed to families and individuals through social-service agencies.
Each donation is accounted for and recorded. There are no administrative costs involved, and money goes directly to provide for those in need of Christmas presents and groceries.
If you hold a fundraiser for the Christmas Fund, let us know and we’ll spread the word.
Anyone making a donation of $150 or more can have their picture published in TGI.
Donations may be made by way of the website, Zonta-Kaua‘i.org, or checks can be made payable to The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation and mailed to P.O. Box 3032, Lihu‘e, HI 96766.
• Keoki is a young man who has an intellectual disability. Keoki lives with his parents and loves cars, bowling and eating out. Keoki would benefit from a bowling gift certificate, restaurant gift certificate or personal-hygiene items.
