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.

• Ezekiel Groot is a 6-year-old boy who lives in Puhi with his parents, grandparents and extended family. He is disabled and requires someone to always be with him. He has an extended family that helps with taking care of him. Any funding assistance to support his fa

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