What age group is most needed for Operation Christmas Child 2020?
For those of you asking what gender and age we receive the least shoebox gifts for, the answer is boys ages 10-14. Check out our Pinterest board for this age group to get ideas on what you can pack!
Who gets Operation Christmas Child boxes?
Shoebox gifts are collected in Australia, Austria, Canada, Finland, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the United States. Nearly 575,000 volunteers worldwide—with more than 270,000 of those in the U.S.—are involved in collecting, shipping and distributing shoebox gifts.
Do I seal my Operation Christmas Child box?
By making a donation online to activate a shoebox label or receive a printable label, you can discover the destination country of your gifts. How do I attach the label for tracking? Be sure to attach your label to the lid of your shoebox gift before you drop it off.
What should you not put in a Christmas shoebox?
Items that should not be included in your shoebox:
- Used or damaged items.
- War-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures.
- Chocolate or food, including candy – due to customs regulations.
- Seeds.
- Liquids or lotions – these can spill and get all over the other items.
- Medications or vitamins.
What do you put in a shoebox for Samaritans purse?
*Samaritan’s Purse encourages Operation Christmas Child shoebox donors to include a personal note in each shoebox gift to encourage the recipient child in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Some donors also include photos and addresses.
Is the Samaritan’s purse a tax exempt organization?
Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift.
How many shoeboxes are in Operation Christmas Child?
Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, has delivered 157 million gift-filled shoeboxes to boys and girls around the world. We praise God for so many children whose lives have been changed as the result of a simple gift.
What does the Bible say about shoebox gifts?
Most importantly, “pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17) for the child who will receive your shoebox gift. Their family to also be receptive to the Good News of Jesus Christ. The pastor of the church who delivers your shoebox gift.