Ron, known as Santa Ron Oxford, has been embodying the spirit of Santa Claus for nearly 10 years, starting with his involvement with the Children’s Aid Society. The local foster parent association approached him and his wife Linda, who had been foster parents for 15 years, to be Santa for a Christmas party dedicated to the foster kids. Initially hesitant, Ron eventually agreed and let his beard grow out to fit the role. Putting on the old suit provided by society, Ron experienced a magical transformation. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ron worked as Santa’s helper and donated the earnings, amounting to tens of thousands of dollars, back to the Children’s Aid Society. Even when the organization suspended its fundraising activities due to the pandemic, Ron continued his Santa duties, offering his services free of charge for charities such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Children’s Aid, and Power of Hope. Ron believes that the joy and wonder of Christmas transcend age, touching the hearts of everyone. From children to seniors with dementia, Ron witnesses the sheer delight on people’s faces when they see Santa. It moves him deeply to see the elderly become like children again, eager to sit on his knee and share a moment of joy.