Draft a feature that traces how Eastside events like Google Holiday Lights help fund The Seattle Times’ Fund for Those in Need, weaving in donor stories (e.g., Marc DeBenedictis) and local business involvement. Explain the path from event attendance to donations to nonprofits (Wellspring, Hopelink, Kindering) and how Times coverage and administrative support amplify impact. Highlight the role of Shop Local Kirkland and other community assets in fostering ongoing giving. Include practical, reader-action elements: how to participate, donate, and stay informed via local guides. Use human-centered storytelling to connect personal memories to collective community resilience.