Jane is currently unable to work due to a high-risk pregnancy, and is scheduled to give birth at the end of December.
Jane has limited supports and is in need of essential household items as well as items for the baby. Jane has an adult son who lives with her as well, but he has a limited income and is unable to provide financial assistance.
Any assistance will go a long way to help alleviate the burdens caused by Jane’s inability to work at this time.
Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island is sharing 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-Kauai.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.
w Eddy is 43 years old and has been coping with mental-health issues. He was once homeless for many years until he received assistance through a permanent, supportive-housing program. Today, he and Stella, his 34-year old girlfriend, live in a one-bedroom unit. They both receive SSI and both work at balancing their monthly budget to keep themselves financially sustainable. They were recently approved for a housing voucher that will help to pay for a portion of their housing. For Christmas, it would certainly brighten their day if they received assistance with a holiday dinner and some new clothes to keep them warm.
w Esther has recently lost her parents and has gone through a separation during COVID. She had to reduce her jobs as she had to be home more for the children and their schooling needs. Child care was no longer an option as income became greatly reduced. The family attempted to take a trip to visit her parents, however, due to COVID where unable to. The children could utilize new clothes, bedding, bikes and gifts for the holiday season.
