TGI, Zonta team up to help needy: For December 23, 2012
LIHU‘E — The Garden Island newspaper and the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i are teaming up again this year and asking the community to help make the holidays happier for less-fortunate residents through The Garden Island/Zonta Christmas Fund.
From now through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share stories of families who could use a little holiday cheer along with an appeal for monetary donations of any size. The names have been changed to protect their privacy. Funds raised will be distributed to needy families by Zonta Club members, who purchase gift certificates at appropriate businesses to help make these simple wishes come true.
Because of logistical limitations, only monetary donations can be accepted. Checks made payable to Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation can be mailed to P.O. Box 3032, Lihu‘e, HI 96766. For more information, call Yoshiko “Dimples” Kano, chair of The Garden Island/Zonta Christmas Fund Committee, at 822-9882.
Child wishes for
art supplies
Abigail lives alone with her mother. She is a very artistic child and creates small porcelain items from scratch that she then paints. She would enjoy art supplies that would help her explore her creative side. Case # GZ/J.18
Sisters would love books, games, art supplies
Lily, 8, and Tinker, 4, are two sisters that live with her mother. Lily is artistic and enjoys drawing and painting. Tinker is still enjoying dolls and games. They both enjoy books. These girls are easily pleased with whatever comes their way! Case # GZ/J.19
Sporting goods, Tonka trucks would bring big smiles
Joe-Joe is in foster care with a caring family. He was abused and abandoned, but has a happy spirit. He enjoys playing sports like football and soccer, and also enjoys playing with matchbox cars and Tonka trucks. He is still a little boy at heart! Case # GZ/J.20
Keiki appreciates holiday cheer
Lono lives with his grandparents while his parents take care of a special needs child. Like many boys his age he enjoys sports and video games. He also spends time listening to music. Case # GZ/J.21
Music, art supplies wanted
Lani lives with her mother and older brother. She is isolated from family on the Mainland. Lani finds her peace and contentment in music. She listens to music on her iPod. She is also very artistic and enjoys drawing. Case # GZ/J.22
13 year old hopes for holiday cheer
Michael is a bright, tough, strong, and witty 13-year-old boy who loves his family very much. He and his family have been through a lot, such as severe domestic violence, sexual abuse, and having to flee their home. As a single parent family, Michael’s mother struggles financially and the holidays tend to exacerbate that struggle. Michael loves electronics, surfing and video games and hopes to heal his emotional wounds with support. Case # GZ/J.23
Homeless girl
wishes for dolls
Jennifer is a bright, funny, and loving 6-year-old girl. She loves her mother and brother very much. She is a victim of sexual abuse and domestic violence and has challenges around learning, behavior and emotions related to her past. She and her family, through therapy, are working very hard to move forward and support each other. The family is a single parent household and they are currently homeless with serious financial hardships. Jennifer loves dolls, and doll houses and has a wonderful and amazing imagination. Case # GZ/J.24
Clothes, nail polish would brighten
teen’s day
Wailana is a bright 14-year-old girl who was sexually assaulted as a child. She and her family were forced to move due to the assault and they struggle greatly. She has a little brother who was also a victim and who has difficulties with behavior and emotions. Wailana loves “teen things” such as make-up, nail polish, clothes and time with her family. She is making it through but continues to be challenged daily with her recurring memories and feelings from the past. Case # GZ/J.25
6 year old wishes for art, outdoor supplies
Joan is a smart and sweet 6-year-old girl who has had many challenges in her short life, including sexual abuse and physical violence. She often has memories and dreams about it, which makes it very difficult for her to sleep and concentrate. Her family struggles with these issues as well as financial ones. Joan loves the outdoors, beach and art. Case # GZ/J.26
Boy would appreciate any holiday presents
Jayjay is an energetic and loving 7-year-old boy whose family had many challenges when he was 0-4 years old. He suffered a serious head injury, which continues to cause difficulties with behavior, emotions and learning. He currently has been adopted by a loving family with siblings; however, the family struggles financially, and Christmas is not an easy time for them. Jayjay loves sports, dancing, and music. Case # GZ/J.27
Teen girl wishes for music, books
Moani is a 13-year-old girl who has been a victim of sexual, physical, verbal and psychological violence since she was a toddler. Her journey has been long and she has a very loving and supportive adopted family now. She is an inspiration to others through her testimony and a very loving, strong and intelligent young lady. Her family works hard ensure she and her siblings are taken care of; however, there are always a lot of sacrifices made due to financial strain. Moani loves music, electronics and books. Case # GZ/J.28
Keiki would love holiday cheer
Pua is a 6-year-old little girl who was the victim of long term sexual abuse and domestic violence. She continues to be challenged with issues of trust, and letting others in; however, she does not give up and has a strong spirit. She and her family attend therapy regularly and continue to work to best support each other. Case # GZ/J.29
Brave teen boy wishes for clothes, Kendama
Tom is an active 14-year-old boy who has, despite his struggles with family (domestic violence and in-home drug use), achieved so much. He loves sports and music, as well as clothes, hats and, of course, Kendamas. He is brave and has made major strides in therapy. Case # GZ/J.30
Straight A student wishes for music, sporting goods
Jersey is a 12-year-old girl from Kaua‘i who has dealt with drug use, violence, and sexual assault in her home. She currently lives with extended ‘ohana and is a straight A student. She tries very hard at everything she does. She loves hula, sports and music. Case # GZ/J.31
to ensure she and her siblings are taken care of; however, there are always a lot of sacrifices made due to financial strain. Moani loves music, electronics and books. Case # GZ/J.28
Keiki would love holiday cheer
Pua is a 6-year-old little girl who was the victim of long term sexual abuse and domestic violence. She continues to be challenged with issues of trust, and letting others in; however, she does not give up and has a strong spirit. She and her family attend therapy regularly and continue to work to best support each other. Case # GZ/J.29
Brave teen boy wishes for clothes, Kendama
Tom is an active 14-year-old boy who has, despite his struggles with family (domestic violence and in-home drug use), achieved so much. He loves sports and music, as well as clothes, hats and, of course, Kendamas. He is brave and has made major strides in therapy. Case # GZ/J.30
Straight A student wishes for music, sporting goods
Jersey is a 12-year-old girl from Kaua‘i who has dealt with drug use, violence, and sexual assault in her home. She currently lives with extended ‘ohana and is a straight A student. She tries very hard at everything she does. She loves hula, sports and music. Case # GZ/J.31
Boy is mature for age, loves music, fishing
Marvin is a bright 11-year-old client at the YWCA working through tough issues rooted in his family around domestic violence, drug use, and sex abuse. Marvin is tough and mature for his age. His goals in his family and at therapy are around learning to be a kid again and how to enjoy life. Marvin needed, when things were bad, to take care of issues beyond his years and this has been hard to let go of. Marvin loves music, electronics and fishing. Case # GZ/J.32
Girl loves Barbies, dollhouses, drawing
Malia is a 10-year-old little girl who has the biggest heart and spirit.
She is a beautiful and talented little girl who, although has had some traumatic things happen in her life, continues to thrive and work through them with grace. She is brave and very smart. She loves playing with Barbies, dollhouses and drawing.
Her family struggles with issues of domestic violence and drug use. Case # GZ/J.33
