The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations.
Last year, OCC collected 11.3 million shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items to send to children around the world. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has distributed 220 million joy-filled shoeboxes in more than 170 countries and territories.