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 Salvation Army hosts “Angels of Maui County” The “Tree Distribution” event will be held at Kahului Walmart’s special Winter Wonderland scene on November 18 and 19, 2023.
The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree tradition aims to brighten the holiday season for families facing financial hardship and struggling to make ends meet and provide Christmas presents for their children. Masu.
Walmart has donated more than 30,000 toys to the Salvation Army, which will be used for this and other efforts this holiday season.
Amid the challenges facing Maui communities, the Salvation Army partnered with Walmart on a mission to distribute these toys to children ages 0 to 15. For many families on Maui, angel tree distribution events are a lifeline. Ensuring children can experience the joy of the holiday season despite the challenges they face throughout the year.angel of the salvation army The Tree Program has been a beacon of hope for countless families, and the tradition of providing gifts and support to those in need has continued for more than 40 years.
But this year, the need is greater than ever. The devastating wildfires have had a major impact on Maui, disrupting the lives of many families on the island. While thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes, the economic damage caused by the fires has left many others facing economic hardship and instability, as well as job losses and business closures, resulting in indirect is influenced by
“Financial hardship should never get in the way of children’s enjoyment during the holidays. The Angel Tree distribution event is a testament to our commitment to helping Maui families overcome these challenges. , we are grateful for the generosity and years of collaboration we have shared with Walmart to uplift the spirits of our community,” said Charmaine K. Hauanio-Kuewa. , Director of Development, Hawaii and Pacific Islands Division, The Salvation Army.
“We recognize that this year has been particularly challenging. “Many people are facing job loss and economic hardship as a result of the wildfires,” said Capt. Stephen Howard, Salvation Army Kahului Troop Officer and Maui County Coordinator. “We are here to provide support, encouragement and hope.”
“Our hearts and minds continue to go out to those affected by the Maui wildfires,” Maui Walmart Store Manager Chris Pearce said. “Over the years, Walmart has been very embraced by the Maui community. We’re able to give back to our neighbors during this difficult time, and these toys.”