Operation Christmas Child (an annual event) An outreach of Samaritan’s Purse. We will be filling shoe boxes with gifts to be delivered to hurting children around the world. Here is a list of gift ideas: |
Toys |
small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®, small Etch A Sketch®, etc. |
School Supplies |
pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculations, coloring and picture books, etc. |
Hygiene Items |
toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc. |
Other |
hard candy and lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps, sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries) |
Do Not Include |
used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures, chocolate or food, liquids or lotions, medications or vitamins, breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers, aerosol cans |
A Personal Note …
In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child may write back.)
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