The following is a list of information that may be helpful while packing your shoeboxes are planning a group packing party. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. Together we believe will we have reached 1 million children through Operation Christmas Child after this year! Collection Week here at The Lighthouse November 12-17
September: School Supplies
October: Toys
November: Other
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 and 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 all candy), 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 to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child may write back)
DO NOT INCLUDE
Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass
