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
