November 18, 2023, 7:06 PM ET
Note: Due to overwhelming response, online registration for the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Gift Distribution Event this weekend at the Kahului Walmart is now closed. Toys will be distributed only to those who have pre-registered and made a reservation. A separate distribution event is also planned for families of wildfire survivors. To register for that distribution, visit tinyurl.com/magicalmauichristmas.
The Maui County Angel Tree Distribution Event for the Salvation Army brought warmth and smiles to more than 1,800 Maui children and their children. family. The event begins Saturday and continues through Sunday, Nov. 19 with a special Winter Wonderland scene at the Kahului Walmart.
The Salvation Army’s cherished Angel Tree tradition aims to brighten the holiday season for families facing financial hardship and struggling to make ends meet by providing Christmas presents to children. is. Walmart donated more than 30,000 toys to the Salvation Army for this event and other efforts this holiday season.
“We are grateful to share a very special relationship with Walmart, and their generosity has made all of this possible this holiday season,” said Capt. Stephen Howard, Salvation Army Kahului Troop Officer and Maui County Coordinator. , we are thrilled to be able to bring Christmas joy and cheer to Maui families in need, especially during the hardships they have endured recently.”
Gift bags containing toys were distributed to all children who attended the event.
“Walmart is honored to be a part of the Maui community and have the opportunity to bring comfort and joy to the people of Maui this holiday season,” said Chris Pearce, Kahului Walmart Store Manager.
Organizers said the event demonstrated Maui’s strength and resiliency in the face of adversity, while providing hope and joy to children and their families.