Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Guidelines, Drop Off Times

It is time for Operation Christmas Child. This is a project for everyone, even with COVID-19 restrictions. This year, organizers are offering a Curbside Drop-Off option for the Samaritan’s Purse project.

Operation Christmas Child Central Drop-off Team Leader Sandy Wilson said, “Children around the world need to know that God loves them and there is hope. A simple shoebox gift opens the door to share about the true hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.”

The mission is to provide local partners around the world with shoebox gifts filled with small toys, hygiene items and school supplies. Continuing as a Drop Off location is Cornerstone Christian Church, 3600 South Banker in Effingham.

A few packing reminders:

 Use standard sized shoebox or plastic shoebox

 Pack for a boy or girl and decide the age (2-4, 5-9 or 10-14).

 Fill with other fun toys, hygiene items, and school supplies.

 You can include a personal note and a photo.

 Please do not include candy; toothpaste; used items; war-related items; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; breakable items.

 Include a donation of $9 to cover shipping and other project costs.

2020 Drop-Off Dates and Times are November 16 through November 23:

November 16 – Monday – 8 to 10AM

November 17 – Tuesday – 8 to 10AM

November 18 – Wednesday – 8 to 10AM

November 19 – Thursday – 5:30 to 7:30PM

November 20 – Friday – 5:30 to 7:30PM

November 21 – Saturday – 8 to 10AM

November 22– Sunday – 2 to 5PM

November 23 – Monday – 8 to 10AM