05/30/2026
🎁📦 WHAT'S GOING IN YOUR OCC SHOEBOX ? 📦🎁
One of the most exciting parts of packing an Operation Christmas Child shoebox is choosing items that will bring smiles, joy, and the love of Jesus to a child around the world.
Need some ideas? We've got you covered!
⭐ WOW ITEMS (Choose 1-2)
These are the items that make kids say "WOW!"
• Soccer ball with pump
• Doll or stuffed animal (12" or smaller)
• LEGO sets
• Remote-control car
• Barbie or action figures
• Jump rope
• Craft kits
• Musical instruments (harmonica, recorder, etc.)
• Flashlight with batteries
• Drawstring bag
🎨 FUN THEME BOX IDEAS
• Sports Fan
• Princess Party
• Animal Lovers
• Art Adventure
• Outdoor Explorer
• Music + Fun
• Dinosaur Discovery
• Superhero Squad
• Travel + Adventure
• Building + Construction
👧 AGES 2-4
• Small stuffed animal
• Shape sorter
• Coloring book
• Crayons
• Bubbles
• Toy cars
• Simple puzzles
• Sippy cup or water bottle
👦 AGES 5-9
• Jump rope
• Hot Wheels cars
• Playdough
• Coloring supplies
• Small games
• Flashcards
• Dolls or action figures
• Sidewalk chalk
👩 AGES 10-14
• Journal
• Jewelry
• Hair accessories
• Sports items
• Crafts
• Water bottle (no liquid)
• Card games
• Flashlight
• Personal care items
🧼 ITEMS FOR ALL AGES
• Toothbrushes
• Washcloths
• Hairbrushes + combs
• Stickers
• Paper + pencils
• Notebooks
• Socks
• Sunglasses
• Reusable water bottles
🚫 PLEASE DO NOT PACK:
Candy, toothpaste, liquids, medications, war-related toys, seeds, food, or breakable items.
Our church goal this year is 200+ shoeboxes! Every item, every prayer, and every shoebox is an opportunity to share God's love with a child in need.
💙 What are YOU putting in your shoebox this year? Share your favorite ideas in the comments below!
