Host a Packing Party
Step 1 - Pray
Prayer is crucial to Operation Christmas Child. Pray for many children and families to come to saving faith in Jesus Christ through the outreach of local churches worldwide.
Step 2 - Plan Your Party & Order Free Materials
Sample Event Schedules and Invite
Order Free Promotional Materials
Check out our resources page for all the Operation Christmas Child items Samaritan’s Purse has to offer to help you promote your event. You’ll find leaflets, posters, gift suggestions and more.
Purchase Preprinted Shoeboxes
Purchase our preprinted shoeboxes to fill with gifts for children in need. You may also use a standard-size cardboard as well.
Party Decorations
Why not theme your party with red, green and white and silver balloons?
Give your event a global feel with our World Map Bunting.
Decorate a Christmas tree with items you can pack in a shoebox gift and the Operation Christmas Child logo.
Share Operation Christmas Child Videos
Inspire your guests with videos showing the impact Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts around the world.
Other Helpful Resources
Step 3 - Collect Items to Fill Your Shoebox Gifts
Select quality “wow” items such as dolls, footballs with pumps, or cuddly toys. Also find other fun toys, personal care items, and school supplies. Learn more about what to pack in your shoebox gift.
Step 4 - Collect Project Donations
A suggested per box donation is critical to cover the costs of collecting, processing and shipping shoebox gifts from the UK to 9 countries. It also provides training and project materials for local churches and groups overseas to lead safe, well-organised celebrations where children in need receive shoeboxes and hear about the Gospel.
When you donate online through Follow Your Box you will also have the opportunity to discover the destination of your shoebox
