Operation Christmas Child 2022

We have sent hundreds of Samaritans Purse Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes filled with gifts around the globe over the past few years and this year our efforts will be even more poignant as the Charity have announced that this year the goal is to send two-thirds of shoeboxes from the UK to Ukraine or the neighbouring countries that are hosting.

Our firm, Amos Estates are supporting The Samaritans Purse Christmas Child appeal again this year by purchasing boxes for generous members of our community to fill with gifts for youngsters in need across the globe. This year the organisers have announced that the majority collected will be distributed within Ukraine itself and the neighbouring countries where those displaced by the invasion are currently living.

You can collect a branded shoebox from our offices at 319 London Road and 1A Spa Road and then return them filled before collection week from the 14th to 20th November.

To assist here is a list of items which would be suitable.

Toys

Doll

Stuffed animal or toy

Small musical instrument (such as a harmonica or recorder)

Small foam football or tennis ball

Finger puppets

Slinky

Interactive toys that include push buttons, lights, noise (include extra batteries)

Skipping rope

Play-doh (you could add plastic cookie cutters as non-sharp utensils to use with it)

Hygiene Items

Comb

Hairbrush

Toothbrush

Flannel

Bar soap (packaged and/or in a container)

Reusable plastic containers: cup, water bottle, plate, bowl, blunt-edged utensils (Consider filling an empty container with non-liquid items such as hair bows, bracelets, sunglasses, or flannel to make use of the space)

School Supplies

Pencils

Child friendly pencil sharpener

Ruler

Eraser

Coloured pencils

Pencil Case

Crayons

Felt Pens

Colouring pads

Colouring books

Picture book

Notebooks

Glue stick (Do not include liquid glue)

Small adhesive tape

Watercolour paint set (Finger paint palette, paint brushes, paper)

Pre-inked Stampers

Other

Hat/scarf/mittens

Sunglasses

Small bag/purse

Hair bows or clips

Friendship bracelets (woven with yarn or embroidery thread)

A personal note and photo

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