Operation Christmas Child

Additional Downloadable Resources

Shoebox Gift Ideas and Packing FAQs

Wondering what to pack in your shoebox this year? This resource will provide inspiration for gift ideas to get you started and help answer some common packing questions.

£ Free
Facebook cover photo

Facebook Cover Photo

Upload this to your Facebook page during the campaign to let your friends know about Operation Christmas Child, the perfect way to get more people packing shoeboxes!

£ Free
Journey of a shoebox

The Journey of a Shoebox A5 Flyer

Packing your shoebox gift and dropping it off is just the beginning. This simple illustration shows you the journey it takes to get into the hands of a child in need, and the impact of many people along the way.

£ Free
church media slides

Editable Church Media Slides

Use this editable slide with an image of shoebox recipients to inform your church or group know when you’ll be packing boxes.

£ Free
OCC distribution maps

Global and Historical Shoebox Distribution Maps

Discover how many Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts have been sent and which countries received them.

£ Free
Year round packing idea calendar

Year-Round Printable Calendar

To help spread the cost of your shoebox gift over the year, use this handy calendar as a reminder to add a gift to your monthly shopping trip.

£ Free
Let's be friends sheet

'Let's Be Friends' sheet

A great way to get your children involved in the project and to tell the child that receives your shoebox gift more about where it came from.

£ Free
Word Search

OCC Word Search

Enjoy finding key Operation Christmas Child words in our shoebox themed word search - perfect for kid's ministry groups.

£ Free
OCC Maze

Maze Sheet

Shoebox gifts are delivered to the ends of the earth by boat, plane, donkey, and more. Can you navigate the twists and turns of this maze and help the shoebox gift reach its destination?

£ Free
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