Operation Christmas Child Prepares for Annual Shoebox Gift Collection
Local drop-off locations are preparing to open for Operation Christmas Child, a shoebox gift collection initiative. Volunteers will collect gifts during National Collection Week, scheduled from November 16 to 23.
Sherman Ada, TX, November 4, 2026 —
Local drop-off points are gearing up to serve as collection sites for Operation Christmas Child, an annual initiative focused on gathering shoebox gifts for children in need around the world. The nationwide collection period, known as National Collection Week, is set to take place from November 16 to November 23.
During this designated week, volunteers will be on hand at various local facilities to accept the shoeboxes filled with gifts. These items are intended to provide tangible expressions of love and hope to children in communities affected by poverty, war, natural disaster, and other crises. The specific locations and hours for these drop-off sites are expected to be announced closer to the collection period. Information regarding what types of gifts are most needed and how to pack the shoeboxes can typically be found on the organization’s official website.
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization. The initiative aims to collect and deliver millions of gift-filled shoeboxes to children in over 100 countries. The volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the collection process, managing donations and preparing them for shipment.
Further details regarding specific drop-off locations, volunteer opportunities, and the overall logistics of the gift collection will be made available as National Collection Week approaches. The success of the initiative relies heavily on the participation of individuals and communities in preparing and donating the shoebox gifts.
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