Join us as we welcome back the Light the World Giving Machines to Queens’ Marketplace for a second year!

Celebrate the season of giving with a special launch ceremony featuring community leaders, special guests, and live entertainment. Learn how these unique vending machines make it easy to give back by purchasing essential items and services for individuals and families in need.

This year’s Giving Machines will support five local nonprofit organizations:

• Hawaiʻi Diaper Bank
• The Food Basket
• Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of East Hawaiʻi
• Make-A-Wish Hawaiʻi
• U.S. VETS Hawaiʻi

Special Guests & Entertainment

The evening will feature appearances by Mayor Kimo Alameda, representatives from Alexander & Baldwin, community leaders, and live entertainment by Natalie Ai Kamauu Halau Hula ʻInalani.

Giving Machine Dates: November 20 – December 31, 2026

Location: Queens’ Marketplace, Unit D3–4

Make an evening of it! Stop by our weekly Mākeke Fridays market from 4:00–7:00 PM to shop local vendors, enjoy delicious food, and celebrate Aloha Friday.

Let’s Light the World with Aloha!

Learn more at GivingMachineHawaii.org.

The Giving Machines are sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.