Michael's Gift

09/20/2026

Thank you to everyone for the incredible support. Your donations are going to make so many kids happy!

08/26/2026

05/26/2026

Michael’s Mile Fun Run (or walk!) registration is still open and t-shirts are still available! Cost is $15 and all proceeds go to helping OC youth. Sign up here: https://secure.rec1.com/VA/orange-county-va/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQyNzAxMTk%3D&fbclid=IwdGRjcASCjpxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEevJIlr1KCW3KjCI6RrJNAsevHjbJNf_GDCnofoRNfz4DcAC8B738BEXibV8k_aem_LeDasO9X6poYwPM-idLdtA

Can’t wait to see everyone on Saturday. 💛

Don't forget! The Summer Kick-Off (with Michael's Mile Color Powder Fun Run) is coming up on May 30! Missed the t-shirt deadline for Michael's Mile? We've got good news! Registration is still open and we have some extra shirts (first-come, first-served, quantities and sizes limited) available. Sign up at www.orangecountyva.gov/funrun, and be sure to join us for the rest of the Summer Kick-Off Event!

05/17/2026

We're so excited Michael's Mile Fun Run is a part of the Summer Kick Off on Sat., May 30th this year. Advance registration is required, the fee is $15 per person. Register online here: https://secure.rec1.com/VA/orange-county-va/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQyNzAxMTk=

All proceeds from the run go to helping Orange County kids!

👕 Sign up by May 14 to guarantee a commemorative shirt! This year's run will be held as part of the Summer Kick-Off (with Michael's Mile Color Powder Fun Run)! Registration is available online at www.orangecountyva.gov/funrun!

➡️ Interested in being a vendor at the Summer Kick-Off? Reach out to the Orange Healthy Community Action Team at [email protected].

01/06/2026

In honor of we would like to share the story behind Michael's Gift and challenge you to share the love by spreading the word or by donating.

Michael Faulkner Ridgeway was born on August 26, 1991. His parents are Michael and Ann Ridgeway and his two sisters are, Sarah and Katherine. Michael loved music, art and sports. He always wore a bright smile and was very sensitive to those around him. He was always concerned for other children and help those who were in need.
Michael died unexpectedly at the age of six and so Michael's Gift was established as a memorial fund in his name to be used to help Orange County youth reach their full potential. The funds can be used to fund enrichment activities such as karate, art classes, sports programs, sports supplies, music lessons and more. To find out more information and/or to apply, you can do so here: https://orangecountyva.gov/285/Michaels-Gift
Parents who cannot afford to pay for their children's extracurricular activities or equipment can apply to the Michael's Gift fund for help in managing these costs here: https://orangecova.arux.app/
To Make A Contribution:
You can help by making a tax-deductible donation to this special fund. All gifts will go directly to assisting Orange Country children participate in many different activities. Checks can be made payable to Orange County with a notation in the memo for Michael's Gift. All payments can be mailed to Michael's Gift c/o Orange OOY 146 Madison Road, Suite 102, Orange, VA 22960. A receipt of payment will be returned to you in a timely manner. You can also donate by debit or credit card by visiting our donations portal and choosing "Michael's Gift" from the drop-down menu (here): https://orangecountyva.tylerportico.com/payments/billsearch/

12/09/2025

Michael Faulkner Ridgeway was born on August 26, 1991. His parents are
Michael and Ann Ridgeway and two sisters, Sarah and Katherine. Michael loved music, art and sports. He always wore a bright smile and was very sensitive to those around him. He was always concerned for other children and help those who were in need.
Michael died unexpectedly at the age of six and so Michael's Gift was established as a memorial fund in his name to be used to help Orange County youth reach their full potential. The funds can be used to fund enrichment activities such as karate, art classes, sports programs, sports supplies, music lessons and more. To find out more information and/or to apply, you can do so here: https://orangecountyva.gov/285/Michaels-Gift
Parents who cannot afford to pay for their children's extracurricular activities or equipment can apply to the Michael's Gift fund for help in managing these costs here: https://orangecova.arux.app/
To Make A Contribution:
You can help by making a tax-deductible donation to this special fund. All gifts will go directly to assisting Orange Country children participate in many different activities. Checks can be made payable to Orange County with a notation in the memo for Michael's Gift. All payments can be mailed to Michael's Gift c/o Orange OOY 146 Madison Road, Suite 102, Orange, VA 22960. A receipt of payment will be returned to you in a timely manner. You can also donate by debit or credit card by visiting our donations portal and choosing "Michael's Gift" from the drop-down menu (here): https://orangecountyva.tylerportico.com/payments/billsearch/