It's the most wonderful time of year! Our church's collection dates for Operation Christmas Child are Sunday, October 6, through Sunday, October 27, 2024.
(We are not a community drop off location this year.)
Cash and check donations are appreciated as it costs $10 to mail each shoebox. Checks should be written to Harvest Baptist Church with “OCC” in the memo section.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
We are ONLY collecting fully-packed boxes this year,
NOT individual items.
Here are some suggestions of what to include in your shoebox.
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Personal Care Essentials
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Plastic Bowls
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Plastic Cups
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Collapsible Water Bottles
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Washcloths
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Soap (non-liquid)
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Hairbrushes and Combs
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Nail Clippers and Nail Files
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Band Aids
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Toothbrushes (but NOT Toothpaste)
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Toys and “Wow” Items
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Soccer Balls (with Pumps)
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Sewing Kits
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Small Tools
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Flashlights (Hand Crank or with Extra Batteries)
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Play Doh
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Baby Dolls
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Balls
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Small Trucks or Cars
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Jump Rope
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Pillow Pets or Stuffed Animals
Brand New Clothing and Accessories
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Socks
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Undershirts
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Pillowcase Dress/Sundress
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T-Shirts
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Flip Flops
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Light Jacket
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Hair Bows / Headbands
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Hats
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Costume Jewelry
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Princess Crown
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Lip Balm
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Bandanas
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Sunglasses
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Mirror Compact
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For your reference, please DO NOT include the following items:
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Used or Damaged Items
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Medicine/Vitamins
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Any Kind of Candy or Chocolate
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Breakable Items
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Seeds, Fruit Rolls, or Other Fruit
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Snacks, Lotions, or Liquids
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Drink Mixes (Powdered or Liquid)
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Aerosol Cans
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War-Related Items (Toy Guns, Knives, or Military Figures)