PACK A SHOEBOX
Every year, thousands of people like you generously pack shoebox gifts that bring immense joy and share the Good News of Jesus Christ with children across the globe. Discover everything you need to know about creating your own shoebox gift below.
STEP 1
Find a shoebox
Start with a medium sized shoebox. If you want to wrap it, cover the box and lid separately. You can use your own shoeboxes or order Operation Christmas Child colourful pre-printed ones.
Attach a boy/girl label to the top of your shoebox. Mark if your gift is for a boy or a girl and select an age category 2-4, 5-9 or 10-14.
STEP 2
Fill it with gifts
Fill your shoebox with a selection of fun toys, school supplies and personal care items. If possible, include one or two extra special items you know a child will love such as a doll, cuddly toy or deflated football with pump. See our Gift Suggestions for more ideas.
STEP 3
Make your project donation
A suggested donation of £5 is essential to cover project costs including collection, processing, shipping, project materials and local training to ensure a well-organised children's event where your shoebox will be given to a child in need.
STEP 4
Personalise
You may like to personalise your shoebox by including a hand written note and a photograph of yourself, your group or your family.
STEP 5
Drop off your shoebox
Place a rubber band around each closed shoebox and drop it in to us during the national collection week.
Details of our Collection Centre open times can be found below.