Friday, June 6 is National Donut Day! A sweet tradition that began back in 1938, when the Salvation Army used the humble donut as a symbol of hope and gratitude. 

Here in Guam, that spirit of service is still going strong.

This morning, Major Eric and Major Jasiel Tumale, alongside dedicated Salvation Army Guam staff, and board members, hand-delivered donuts to heroes across our island. 

From Guam Fire Department stations to Guam police precincts and park police units.

But the kindness didn’t stop there.

The team also made their way to Hagatña and Harmon, offering cold water and donuts to those experiencing homelessness, a simple act of compassion, honoring the legacy of the original "donut lassies" who brought comfort to soldiers on the front lines of World War I.

At park police, there was even a special surprise: When Major Eric, who is the Guam Corps officer, stopped by. 

Chief Joey Terlaje was so moved by his service, he named him an honorary colonel.

“Always contributing to the growth and the well-being, and the quality of life for our people. and we see that, we recognize that,” said Terlaje. 

A heartfelt moment that speaks volumes about the bonds between those who serve and those they serve.

On this National Donut Day, the Salvation Army reminds us that sometimes, the sweetest things come not from what's in your hands but what’s in your heart.