Every little bit counts in this season of giving, and many in Hong Kong have been hard at work to do their part in raising money - while also having a bit of fun.
Last Sunday, around 160 'hashers' young and old, dressed in festive attire, ran all round Tai Tam Reservoir hunting for directions, then capped off the run with some food, beer and friendly banter.
Since the early years of Operation Santa Claus (OSC) more than 20 years ago, the city's 14 Hash House Harrier clubs have met up for an annual Christmas 'Santa Hash' run to raise money for the charity drive. This year, the hashers raised HK$45,300 - of which a large part came from a raffle on the day of the run. The hashers also solicited contributions from companies, as well as bars and restaurants frequented by the hash clubs.
The Santa Hash is organised by a different hash club every year, and this year's was run by the Hong Kong Hash House Harriers - which also organised the first Santa Hash.
OSC, jointly organised by the South China Morning Post and RTHK, has supported more than 100 charities since it began in 1988. This year, it will raise money for 16 Hong Kong charities.
Meanwhile, many fun OSC events are happening in Hong Kong in the coming days.
Major donor Cruciani Bracelet will be selling its special Dragon bracelet for HK$150 this weekend and on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day on the second floor of Pacific Place, with all proceeds going to OSC.