Opening ceremony with introductions, ribbon cutting and live entertainment, sponsored by ‘The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints’

Special Recognitions:

Dana Harvey with Alexander & Baldwin
Hawai’i State Giving Machine Director, Mufi Hannemann
Hawai’i County Mayor, Dr. Kimo Alameda

Special Performances:

10-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award Winner & 2-Time Grammy Award Nominee, Natalie Ai Kamauu + Halau ‘Ilaniwai
Kanu O Ka ‘Aina
Civil Air Patrol

Local & Global Charities Featured in the Giving Machines:

The Food Basket
Pōhāhā I Ka Lani
Hawai’i Diaper Bank
Project Hawai’i
Interfaith Communities
Mentors International

What is the Giving Machine Initiative?

The Giving Machine Initiative is part of Light the World. These innovative machines provide a simple, fun, and memorable way for people to give to those in need – whether in their community or around the world. Instead of purchasing candy or snacks from these vending machines, people can donate towards goods and services to support those in need. It’s a machine that enables a person to give, rather than receive.

Items to donate towards will vary, but may include food, water, clothing, shelter, healthcare, educational support, and more.

Visit the Giving Machines through December 31 in unit J6, next to Claire’s and give the gift of joy today.