WAIANAE, Hawaii (KHON2) — Multiple organizations worked together to spread Christmas cheer along the Waianae coast to ensure no keiki or teen was left out this holiday season.
Team members from Hawaiian Telcom and Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union brought wish list gifts for keiki at the Nanakuli and Waianae Clubhouses for their annual event.
Keiki ages seven to 18 received customized gifts from their wishlist valued between $25 to $30 from the Hawaiian Telcom team.
Hawaii Central FCU brought more than 50 gift bags with a $20 McDonald’s gift card, hat and HCFCU-branded swag for Waianae teens.
Corporate giving events like these are so much more than just presents. They show our keiki and teens that our community cares about them deeply and cherishes them whether they’ve met them or not. This generosity and kindness transforms a child’s wish into reality and creates memories that last forever.
Paddy, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii
The gift-opening event was an emotional one, with keiki expressing their sincere gratuities, some even breaking into tears of joy.
To express their gratitude, the keiki sang a Christmas carol for gift givers, with one 11-year-old giving a special mahalo to her Secret Santa.
“I just wanted to say that I appreciate this,” she said while giving a big hug.
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BGCH said they will continue its “It Just Takes One” campaign to help provide meals, a mentor or a membership card to those who would like to help a deserving Hawaii keiki.
To get involved, visit BGCH’s website.