Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse. It is a hands-on way for you to bless children in need across the world by filling shoeboxes with toys, hygiene items, school supplies, and fun gifts. We collect the boxes and distribute them in the name of Jesus Christ to children living in vulnerable situations.

The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to provide God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

2024 National Collection Weeks
Australia: 14th – 26th October
New Zealand: 21st to 26th October

Get Involved

Are you interested in serving with Operation Christmas Child? Whether it’s packing a gift-filled shoebox, volunteering, leading your church, or donating, we have many opportunities for you to get involved and make an eternal difference!

Shoebox Tracking Labels

Your $12.50 per shoebox donation helps to pay for shipping costs, and equipping receiving churches with training and Gospel resources.

Pre-Printed Shoeboxes

Place your order for a pack of 25 pre-printed Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.

Your last day to order these is Wednesday 16 October. For orders of less than 25 boxes, please contact your Regional Ministry Leader.

2024 Resource Hub

Get equipped with training videos and all the printed and digital resources you need to share about Operation Christmas Child with your church, school, organisation or group.

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