Evelyn Kay Mann, a retired Powhatan County nurse, has put her product invention on hold until next year to focus on her unexpected job as the county’s... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The Henrico Christmas Mother program has been a vital part of Robin Smith’s holiday traditions since she was a child. The county’s 2009 Christmas... Richmond Times-Dispatch

After a career spent working with at-risk kids, Gail Feind wanted to find a way to continue her passion in retirement. It found her. Feind, 60, was selected... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Anne Larus Hardwick didn’t hesitate when asked to serve as Goochland County Christmas Mother this year. After all, it’s a family tradition.... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Since moving to Burkeville in 1968, Ann Carrington has immersed herself in the Nottoway County community. That same year, she opened a dance studio—Carrington... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Mechanicsville resident Sue Beer and her daughters wanted to help a family in need last Christmas. So she turned to Hanover County’s Department of... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Times-Dispatch Christmas Mother Fund. Despite a very challenging year economically, many Richmonders and others opened their hearts and their checkbooks... Richmond Times-Dispatch

FROM THE NEWSROOM Charlotte M. Minor was so inspired by her experiences as the 2008 Richmond Christmas Mother that she plans to expand her volunteer efforts... Richmond Times-Dispatch

This is the Christmas Day list of donations made to the Richmond Christmas Mother Fund. To honor Lovely Charlotte and Great Gil from Edward, Heather,... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Hundreds of families will have brighter holidays this year because of the generosity of the many who have contributed to the Richmond Christmas Mother... Richmond Times-Dispatch