How to Pack a Shoebox?
1. Shoebox
Use an empty shoebox (standard size, please) or a small plastic container. You can wrap the box (lid separately), but wrapping is not required. Most importantly, pray for the child who will receive your gift.
2. Boy or Girl Label
Determine whether your gift will be for a boy or girl, and the child's age category: 2-4, 5-9, or 10-14. Print out the appropriate boy/girl label by downloading the artwork provided through the link above.
3. Fill with Gifts
Fill the box with a variety of gifts that will bring delight to a child. Use the gift ideas provided on the bottom of this page.
4. Include a Donation
Please donate $7 or more for each shoebox you prepare to help cover shipping and other projects costs. You can give online by using EZGIVE option, or you can write a check to Samaritan's Purse (note "OCC" on memo line) and place it in an envelope on top of the gift items inside your box. If you or your family is preparing more than one shoebox, please make one combined donation.
5. Drop-Off
Place a rubber band around each closed shoebox and drop off at the Operation Christmas Child Collection Center nearest you during the week November 16 - 23.
For locations and hours of collection centers visit Operation Christmas Child website, for your convenience the link is provided above. Here you will find page or link provided above, where you can find the nearest place to take your shoeboxes by entering your ZIP Code. For further information you can also call 1-800-353-5949 or send your shoeboxes to the following address:
SAMARITAN'S PURSE
Operation Christmas Child
801 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 2860 |
GIFT IDEAS
Toys
Small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®, etc. You can find a great selection of these products at Family Christian Stores.
School Supplies
Pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
Hygiene Items
toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.
Other
Hard candy and lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)
A Personal Note
In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child may write back.)
DO NOT INCLUDE:
Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers; aerosol cans
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