The Mission of Operation Christmas Child Is To demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to needy children around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Since 1993, more than 100 million boys and girls in over 130 countries have experienced God’s love through the power of simple shoebox gifts from Operation Christmas Child. Samaritan’s Purse works with local churches and ministry partners to deliver the gifts and share the life-changing Good News of Jesus Christ.

 The entirety of the money raised at the Shoebox ride goes directly towards the contents of the boxes and shipping fees.

Shoe boxes are filled according to gender and age, and may contain items such as:
Small Toys
-dolls
-balls
-stuffed animals
-yo-yos
-jump ropes
School Supplies
-Pencils
-pencil pouches
-ink pens
-notebooks
-erasers
-crayons
-paper
-calculators
Hygiene Items
-toothbrush
- Bar of Soap
-comb
-washcloth
-nail clippers
-floss
Other Items
-Coloring books
-t-shirts
-hair clips
-flashlights
-ball caps
-Socks
-books
-cups
-spoon and fork
-Tote Bags



If you would like more information about Operation Christmas Child or how to pack a Shoebox, please visit the Operation Christmas Child website by clicking on the link below.

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"And do not forget to to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased."
Hebrews 13:16 (NIV)