Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share daily, front-page stories about families and individuals (we don’t use their real names), who are facing challenges and would appreciate a little help this holiday season.

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.

The following are some stories we would like to share with our readers.

• Piper and Phillip are a young family with two children: an 8-year old and a 1-year old. After spending years in overcrowded living conditions, they have recently managed to move out and secure a place for their family. As they adjust to their new home, they continu

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