Is toothpaste allowed in Operation Christmas Child boxes?
Non-liquid hygiene items – bar soap, toothbrush, washcloths. Do not send toothpaste though 🙂 Clothing accessories – tops, shoes, socks, hair bows, gloves, scarves.
How much does it cost to ship an Operation Christmas Child shoebox?
Each box will be filled with not only a special toy for Christmas, but also school supplies and everyday essentials. Shoeboxes also include a personalized note and a pamplet in their language to teach a child about the love of God. It takes $9.00 to ship each shoebox, plus an additional $15 – $20 to fill it.
Where are Operation Christmas Child boxes going this year?
Shoebox gifts are collected in Australia, Austria, Canada, Finland, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the United States. Over 498,000 volunteers worldwide—with nearly 200,000 of those in the U.S.—are involved in collecting, shipping and distributing shoebox gifts.
Is Hobby Lobby a drop off location for Operation Christmas Child?
This green plastic box has a red lid and features the Operation Christmas Child logo on each side. Fill it with toys, non-liquid hygiene products, school supplies, and other thoughtful items. Drop it off at any participating church or drop-off location during National Collection Week, November 14-21, 2022.
How do I donate a Christmas shoebox?
How to Pack a Shoebox
- Find a Shoebox. Get an empty medium sized shoebox, and wrap the box and lid separately in colourful wrapping paper or order preprinted shoeboxes online.
- Fill with gifts.
- Make your project donation.
- Personalise & Pray.
- Drop Off Your Shoebox.
How many boxes does Operation Christmas Child send?
Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, has collected and delivered more than 198 million shoebox gifts to children in more than 170 countries and territories.