Operation Christmas Child
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SHOEBOXES DONATED IN 2011
HIGH PEAKS CHURCH
585
NORTH COUNTRY
6,455
UNITED STATES
8,620,009
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GO TO
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THIS AMAZING MINISTRY
More than 7.6 million shoe box gifts were collected last year. These gifts have been distributed worldwide to share the love of Jesus Christ and the joy of Christmas with hurting boys and girls. Together with you and over 100,000 dedicated volunteers, we know we can accomplish even more this year. There are several ways you can partner with us:
MAKE THE BIGGEST IMPACT
Dedicated volunteers work year-round to promote and pray for Operation Christmas Child. Teams of people are coming together around the country to serve in the specific areas of prayer, community & media relaitons, gathering, packing, wrapping, and shoe box collection. Opportunities are available to use your gifts in these areas.
High Peaks Church is an organizational and collection center for Operation Christmas Child. We also collect gift items and host 'wrapping parties' throughout the year.
GIFT IDEAS
TOYS
small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®, etc.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, 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), mints, gum, t-shirts, socks, ball caps, sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)
A PERSONAL NOTE
In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note and a photo of yourself or your family. If you include your name and address, the child might write back!
DO NOT INCLUDE
Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures.
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CLICK
HOW TO PACK A SHOEBOX
FOR INSTRUCTIONS
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COLLECTION SCHEDULE
THE FINAL COLLECTION WEEK WAS NOVEMBER 14-20
The truck left Sunday, November 20th. Another great year!
Thanks to you, we collected over $600 by recycling bottles and cans! As always, please drop off your donations at the church in the designated recyling bins.