God can use you to help change a child’s eternity.
Each shoebox gift you pack gives churches throughout the world an opportunity to share the Gospel with those they might not otherwise meet.
168m shoebox gifts delivered since 1993
18.9m children enrolled in our follow-up discipleship course The Greatest Journey since 2009
2.1m boys and girls committed to sharing their faith with friends and family this year
It Starts with You!
Students from Oregon to Pennsylvania enjoy packing shoeboxes and also serving as year-round volunteers with Operation Christmas Child.
“It’s a program that does such great things for kids all around the world, but it doesn’t just change the kids’ lives, it changes yours too!”
Michael, a student volunteer from Alabama
“It is a great way to give back and love others on a global scale – to actively love children in a different country by meeting some practical needs of theirs plus giving them the Gospel to meet their deepest need.”
Courtney, a student group leader from California
“Operation Christmas Child has impacted me in more ways than I ever thought possible. First, it has opened my eyes to the rest of the world and Jesus’ calling to go and make disciples of all nations.”
Sarah, a student volunteer from North Carolina
“OCC is an excellent way to dive deeper into the heart of Christmas and to cultivate a non-US centered worldview.”
Mike, a student group leader from Georgia
Student Ministry Partners
Operation Christmas Child is pleased to partner with the following national student organizations:
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Have questions or suggestions? Email occinfo@samaritan.org
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