Media Resources
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Since 1993 OCC has collected and delivered more than 167 million shoeboxes to children in over 160 countries and territories. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.
Samaritan’s Purse Newsroom
For information concerning Samaritan’s Purse, visit the Samaritan’s Purse Newsroom ⇢
News Releases
- Operation Christmas ChildFebruary 11, 2019SAMARITAN’S PURSE CELEBRATES 10.6 MILLION SHOEBOX GIFTS COLLECTED FOR CHILDREN IN NEED
BOONE, N.C., Feb. 1, 2019 — Because of the generosity of donors across the United States,...▶Operation Christmas ChildNovember 26, 2018NOV 26: DENVER GRAND OPENING AND DEDICATION EVENT
Operation Christmas Child Commemorates 25th Anniversary, Opens Permanent Facility for Rocky...▶Operation Christmas ChildNovember 12, 2018THIS WEEK: U.S. COLLECTION SITES JOIN GLOBAL CHRISTMAS PROJECT TO SEND JOY TO CHILDREN OVERSEAS
Nov. 12 – 19: National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gifts BOONE,...▶Operation Christmas ChildNovember 1, 2018NOV. 12 – 19: DROP-OFF SITES OPEN FOR INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS PROJECT
Local Families Make Global Impact Through Operation Christmas Child BOONE, N.C., Nov. 1, 2018...▶
Fact Sheet
Public Service Announcements (PSAs)
Our PSAs are available for use by media outlets and websites in the United States. Unless a kill date is noted, PSAs can be aired indefinitely. If you have any questions regarding PSAs or would like to arrange an interview, please send an email to occmedia@samaritan.org.
Video PSAs
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Overview Promo
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Shoebox gifts bring joy to children across the world.
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One, Two, Three!
Run Time: 30 secs.
From the shoebox to The Greatest Journey, this is the Great Commission.
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To Bless One Special Child
Run Time: 15 secs.
A simple gift allows love to travel all over the world.
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Building on Prayer
Run Time: 2:13
We depend on prayers in order to bring physical relief and spiritual comfort.
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Kojo’s Story
Run Time: 2:11
Kojo’s shoebox gift encouraged him with the love of Jesus.
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A Simple Gift
Run Time: 60 secs.
Shoebox gifts help spread the Gospel around the world.
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Joy to the World
Run Time: 61 secs.
A behind-the-scenes look at our processing centers
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Elvina Shoebox Recipient Story
Run Time: 60 secs.
Elvina received a shoebox and learned to trust in God
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Luis Shoebox Recipient Story
Run Time: 60 secs.
Luis received a shoebox as a poor child in Panama
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Krystal Cortez
Run Time: 30 secs.
Krystal received a shoebox gift in Nicaragua.
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Yuliya Shubina
Run Time: 30 secs.
Yuliya received a shoebox gift in Central Asia.
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Vladimir Prokhnevskiy
Run Time: 30 secs.
Vladimir received a shoebox gift in Ukraine.
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Joyful Giggles
Run Time: 30 secs.
Spread joy around the world through shoebox gifts
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Accept the Challenge
Run Time: 30 secs.
Will you pack a shoebox for a child in need?
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Franklin Graham
Run Time: 30 secs.
Samaritan’s Purse President encourages families to pack shoeboxes for children in need.
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Franklin Graham
Run Time: 60 secs.
Samaritan’s Purse President encourages families to pack shoeboxes for children in need.
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Bringing Families Together
Run Time: 60 secs.
Families serve God together by packing shoeboxes
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Bringing Hope
Run Time: 30 secs.
Pack a punch against hopelessness and pack a shoebox
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The Greatest Journey
Run Time: 30 secs.
(Female Voice)Learn about this 12-lesson discipleship program
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The Greatest Journey
Run Time: 30 secs.
(Male Voice)Learn about this 12-lesson discipleship program
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The Greatest Journey
Run Time: 60 secs.
(Female Voice)Learn more about this life-changing investment
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The Greatest Journey
Run Time: 60 secs.
(Male Voice)Learn more about this life-changing investment
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Jonhattan Constante – Ecuador Pastor
Run Time: 30 secs.
A pastor shares how shoeboxes are changing lives
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Jonhattan Constante – Ecuador Pastor
Run Time: 60 secs.
A pastor shares how shoeboxes bring joy to children
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Kids Can Make a Difference
Run Time: 30 secs.
Kids encourage other kids to pack shoeboxes
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Nelly Chikwanda – Zambia
Run Time: 30 secs.
Nelly tells about the eternal impact of shoebox gifts
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Scotty McCreery – Pack a Shoebox
Run Time: 30 secs.
This country music artist packed shoeboxes as a child
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The First Gift
Run Time: 30 secs.
Pack a shoebox and give a child their very first gift.
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Wired for Good Works
Run Time: 30 secs.
Volunteering connects you with God’s global purposes
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What Comes Out
Run Time: 15 secs.
What goes into a shoebox is fun but what comes out is eternal
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Volunteers Say It Best
Run Time: 30 secs.
Volunteers share personal stories of volunteering year-round
Audio PSAs (Español)
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Joyful Giggles (Español)
Run Time: 30 secs.
Spread joy around the world through shoebox gifts
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Accept the Challenge (Español)
Run Time: 30 secs.
Will you pack a shoebox for a child in need?
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Bringing Families Together (Español)
Run Time: 60 secs.
Families serve God together by packing shoeboxes
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Bringing Joy (Español)
Run Time: 60 secs.
How much joy can you fit in a shoebox?
Photos
These photographs and graphics are available for news media outlet use in coverage of Operation Christmas Child-related stories. If your news outlet uses a photograph, please credit: “Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse.” These photographs are not for commercial use.
Photo Categories
Shoebox Distribution Photos
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Shoebox Distribution in Zambia
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Shoebox Distribution in Mexico
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Shoebox Distribution in Paraguay
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Shoebox Distribution in Moldova
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Shoebox Distribution in Paraguay
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Shoebox Distribution in Cambodia
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Shoebox Distribution in Fiji
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Shoebox Distribution in Fiji
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Shoebox Distribution in Malawi
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Shoebox Distribution in Malawi
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Shoebox Distribution in Malawi
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Shoebox Distribution in Uganda
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Shoebox Distribution in Philippines
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Shoebox Distribution in Dominican Republic
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Shoebox Distribution in Mongolia
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Shoebox Distribution in Uganda
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Shoebox Distribution in Uganda
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Shoebox Distribution in Uganda
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Shoebox Distribution in Philippines
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Shoebox Distribution in Mongolia
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Shoebox Distribution in Nepal
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Shoebox Distribution in Philippines
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Shoebox Distribution in Romania
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Shoebox Distribution in Thailand
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Shoebox Distribution in Thailand
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Shoebox Distribution in Nepal
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Shoebox Distribution in Liberia
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Shoebox Distribution in Liberia
Show AllThe Greatest Journey Photos
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The Greatest Journey in Zambia
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The Greatest Journey in Zambia
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The Greatest Journey in Moldova
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The Greatest Journey in Moldova
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The Greatest Journey in Mexico
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The Greatest Journey in Haiti
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The Greatest Journey in Haiti
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The Greatest Journey in Panama
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The Greatest Journey in Mongolia
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The Greatest Journey in South Sudan
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The Greatest Journey in Guyana
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The Greatest Journey in Trinidad
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By Bike in Uganda
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By Cart in Philippines
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By Camel in Namibia
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By Foot in Fiji
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By Raft in Fiji
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By Canoe in Malawi
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By Donkey in Peru
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By Helicopter in Honduras
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By Oxen in Mongolia
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By Canoe in Madagascar
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By Wagon in Madagascar
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By Elephant in Zimbabwe
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By Bike in the Philippines
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By Camel in Mongolia
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By Truck in the Philippines
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By Horse in Mongolia
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Connect Year-round Volunteers
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Collection Center
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Collection Center
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Collection Center
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Collection Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Processing Center
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Children receiving shoebox gifts in Nambia, Cambodia, Myanmar and Belize
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Logos and Web Banners
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Operation Christmas Child Logo
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Web Banners: National Collection Week
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