Operation Christmas Child leaders in Collin County are celebrating major milestones reached in 2022. Through the generosity of area volunteers, shoebox gifts – packed with fun toys, school supplies, hygiene items – are bringing joy to children in need across the world. Each shoebox gift is a tangible expression of God’s love for the child and is often the first gift has child received.
In 2022:
10,599,907 shoebox gifts were donated world-wide
9,303,130 shoebox gifts in the US
820,198 shoebox gifts in Texas/Louisiana
23,840 shoebox gifts in Collin County South
Since 1993, Samaritan’s Purse has distributed shoebox gifts to more than 170 countries and this year delivered its 200-millionth shoebox to a young girl in Ukraine.
Shoebox gifts bring smiles and laughter to children but more importantly each gift brings…
Evangelism – Every child will know Jesus loves them.
Discipleship – Greatest Journey for children and families to faith in Christ.
Multiplication – Changed lives now discipling others.
If you are interested in year-round volunteer opportunities with Operation Christmas Child or curious about the ministry, join us for one of our upcoming Coffee Chats.
2023 Dates: March 23, April 13, May 11
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
3613 Shire Blvd, Unit 110, Richardson TX