How to Build a Traditional Shoebox

 

1. Find a Shoebox

     Start with an average-size cardboard or plastic shoebox. Use Christmas paper to wrap

     the cardboard shoebox. When wrapping the shoebox, cover the box and lid 

     separately. If preferred, you can get a colorful preprinted Operation Christmas Child

     shoebox from MOCOP. There is no need to wrap the preprinted shoeboxes. For

     preprinted shoeboxes, please call Elder Griggs at 972-633-5511 or see Sis. Camisha

     McCreadie.

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2. Gender & Age Category

     You can choose to build a shoebox for a girl or boy ages 2 - 4, 5 - 9,

     or 10 - 14. You will indicate this information on your label once you

     get your label.​​​​​​​​​

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3. Fill Your Shoebox with Gifts

     Select a medium to large "wow" item such as a soccer ball with a pump or stuffed

     animal, then fill your shoebox with other toys, school supplies, and hygiene items.

     You can also include a personal note and photo – sometimes these are the child's

     favorite things to receive! Download and print the list of gift suggestions.​​​​​​​​

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4. Get Your Label

     If building a traditional shoebox, don't forget that a donation of $10 per box is critical to cover shipping

     and other project costs. Please go to Samaritan Purse's label options page to activate or purchase your

     label(s).

     If you already have a QR-coded label, click on the Adhesive Labels and follow Step 2 (Activate) and

     Step 3 (Adhere). If you need to tape your label on your shoebox, do not cover the barcode with tape

     or damage it in any way as this can affect scanning.

     If you do not have a label, click on Printable Labels and follow Step1 (Purchase), Step 2 (Print), and

     Step 3 (Place). Tape your label on your shoebox. Do not cover the barcode with tape or damage it in

     any way as this can affect scanning.

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5. Pray

• Pray for the children who will receive your gift-filled shoebox(es).

• Pray for their family to be receptive to the Gospel message.   

• Pray for volunteers who lead outreach and follow-up discipleship classes for the

              children.

• Pray over your shoebox(es).

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6. Shoebox Drop-off Location Dates/Time

     MOCOP Center 
     3255 Independence Parkway, Plano, TX 75075
     November 3, 10 & 17 between 9:30 am and 11:30 am