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Share the spirit of the season by donating gifts and other items to the less fortunate. Here’s how:
» Laulima Day with KHON2 News and Keiki O Ka ‘Aina: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, Windward Mall Center Court. Donate gifts for Hawaii’s needy at this drop-off site. Call 843-2502.
» Second annual Spreading Joy with Toys!: Donate new, unwrapped toys for homeless children. Donation boxes open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays through Dec. 13 at Mortgage Associates of Hawaii locations: 3615 Harding Ave., Suite 101, Kaimuki; and 1051 Keolu Drive, Suite 107, Kailua. Call 254-3300, ext. 100, or 347-1028.
» Lanakila Meals on Wheels: Seeking donations of handmade cards and small gift items (such as $5 gift cards, stationery, reusable tote bags, house slippers, crossword puzzle books and grooming kits) to be given to local seniors. Items may be dropped off from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays through Dec. 13 at 1809 Bachelot St. Call 356-8519 or visit www.lanakilamealsonwheels.org.
» Salvation Army Angel Tree: Brighten up the holidays for a child or senior citizen in need by choosing an angel from the tree and purchasing a gift to fulfill that person’s wish. Unwrapped gifts should be returned to the Angel Tree. Locations include Pearlridge Center through Dec. 15; Kahala Mall through Dec. 17; and Windward Mall through Dec. 21.
» "Be a Santa to a Senior" program: Through Dec. 13, Walgreens Pharmacy, 1121 S. Beretania St., will display a Christmas tree decked with ornaments featuring seniors’ gift requests. Pick an ornament, fulfill the request and return the unwrapped item to the tree. The local Home Instead Senior Care office will enlist volunteers to collect, wrap and distribute the gifts. Call 944-0422 or visit www.beasantatoasenior.com.
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