Operation Christmas Child 2026
Pack. Give. Serve. Pray.
Join our church family as we fill shoeboxes with joyful gifts and share the love of Jesus with children around the world.
Every shoebox tells a child: you are loved.
The tracker updates automatically as registered shoeboxes are returned.
Register your Hallsville shoebox
Scan the church QR label on your box—or enter its HPC code—to help us track boxes taken and returned.
Four ways to be part of the mission
Take one step or all four. Every gift, hour, and prayer helps carry hope farther.
Pack
Fill a shoebox with a special “wow” gift, school supplies, personal care items, and toys.
Give
Help cover shipping and ministry costs, or give items for our church packing event.
Serve
Join the packing event, organize donations, welcome guests, or help prepare boxes for dedication.
Pray
Pray for each child, family, local church partner, and every hand that carries a shoebox.
The road to collection week
Follow along each Sunday as we pack with purpose and prepare our gifts together.
Soft Open
Campaign hub opens and early packing begins.
Official Launch
Pick up a box and invite someone to join you.
School Supplies
Bring pencils, notebooks, crayons, and more.
Personal Care
Focus on useful, non-liquid care items.
Toys & Fun
Add a joyful “wow” item and quality toys.
Packing Event
Come serve as we pack shoeboxes together.
Dedication Sunday
Bring completed boxes for a time of prayer.
National Collection Week
Shoeboxes begin the next step of their journey.
Never miss a campaign update
Get weekly focus reminders, event details, and collection updates right on your phone.
What belongs in a shoebox?
Choose new, quality items a child can enjoy and use. Start with one special “wow” item, then fill the box.
What to pack
- A medium-to-large “wow” toy
- Soccer ball and pump
- Stuffed animal or doll
- Pencils, pens, and notebooks
- Crayons, markers, and scissors
- Toothbrush and washcloth
- Comb or hairbrush
- Clothing and accessories
- Crafts, puzzles, or jump rope
- A personal note and photo
What not to pack
- Soap, toothpaste, or liquids
- Food, candy, or gum
- Medication or vitamins
- Used or damaged items
- Scary or war-related items
- Wearable camouflage
- Seeds or organic matter
- Money or play money
- Breakable or glass items
- Matches, aerosols, or blades
Church Packing Event
Bring your hands, your heart, and a friend. Details will appear here as soon as they are confirmed.
Photos & weekly updates
As the campaign grows, this space can celebrate donations, volunteers, packing day, and dedication Sunday.
2026 final results
When collection is complete, update one setting to share the total and thank everyone who packed, gave, served, and prayed.