The holiday saying remains true, it is always better to give than receive and this year during the holiday season it’s not only easier to give back to charities, foundations and other organizations; but it’s fun! Listed below are entertaining events and ways to give what could be the greatest gift given all season for someone in need.

Jingle Bell Run, Walk for the Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation is hosting its annual holiday 5k run/walk and one mile walk for all ages this holiday season. Saturday, Dec. 7 at Stony Point Fashion Park, adults and children will race in their spirit wear for a great cause. Participants and teams can raise money through sponsors but general donations are greatly accepted as well. Listed online are the increments that a donation will benefit. Event contact representative Tanya Scott reports, “76.4 percent goes to research and programs that the foundation offers. 12.6 percent of funds goes back into our fundraising efforts while the remaining 11 percent goes to management and general administration cost.” All in all, a foundation that focuses on the research and fight toward Arthritis.

Race fees, packet pick up information and other details can be found here.

Benefit Screening through Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities will run a benefit screening of “Angels Sing” at the Bowtie Cinemas on Nov. 23. At 3 p.m. children crafts and snacks will be provided and come 4 p.m. the show will start. Tickets are $25 and all proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Richmond. For purchasing click here!

Other RMHC fundraisers this holiday season include a Dillard’s Cookbook Fundraiser.

Restaurant Trio Bar Crawl to benefit the Salvation Army

West End restaurants: Chuy’s, Bonefish Grill and Keagan’s Richmond have partnered together for this year’s Turkey Bar Frolic on Saturday, Nov. 30. The three have created exclusive drink and eat specials for the “frolickers” with proceeds going to the Salvation Army. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. The frolickers will convene at 2 p.m. starting at Keagan’s.

Holiday Cards, Chopped Trees proceeds back to Children in need

On Dec. 7 immediately following the parade, RVA on Ice will be selling Christmas cards designed by patients of the Children’s Hospital of Richmond. Featuring four new drawings, each box will contain 16 uniquely decorated cards that will go for $10 a box.

Throughout the Christmas season until they’re gone are freshly cut Christmas tree’s! RVA on Ice has partnered with the March of Dime and have created their own lot with a variety of different sized trees. Each have their own set price but for a good cause. To view pricing information, click here!

Donations are greatly appreciated.

Music, Mobiles have charity in common

Clear Channel Richmond stations have always played a part in giving back during the holiday seasons. This year the 36 Hours for Kids Radiothon will kick off at Short Pump Town Center Thursday Dec. 5 at 5 a.m. This year they’ll have musical performances by Midnight Red and NONONO over the course of the weekend. Items signed by various celebrities can be bid upon and in person donations will accepted Thursday and Friday. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU.

You can also catch Lite 98’s Cheer Mobile around the Richmond area at various locations where they’ll collect donated toys to bring cheer to children in local hospitals. Click here for drop off locations.

Send Service Members a Holiday Message through the Red Cross

From now until Dec. 6, community members can send letters or holiday cards to service members overseas. Send a card to show appreciation and gratitude for those who risk their lives each day and can’t be home this Christmas with their loved ones.

Cards can be sent to:

Holiday Mail for Heroes

P.O. Box 5456

Capital Heights, MD 20791-5456

Some restrictions and guidelines apply, click here for details.