- Since 1933 more than 100 million boys and girls in over 130 countries have experienced Gods love through the power of a simple shoe box from Operation Christmas Child. Samaritan's Purse works with local churches and ministry partners to deliever gifts and share the goof love of Jesus Christ ("Operation Christmas Child").
- The story of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30-37) gives a clear picture of God's desire for us to help those in desperate need wherever we find them. For 35 years, Samaritan's Purse has followed Christ's command by aiding the world's poor, sick, and suffering ("Operation Christmas Child").
- Their main purpose is to reach out to hurting people in countries around the globe with food, medicine, and assistance in the Name of Jesus Christ. Helping lives both physically, mentally, and emotionally ("Operation Christmas Child").
- Even if you don't live in th United States you can still give, their are International Offices in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom ("Operation Christmas Child").
- Each office works for the same reason or cause. Taking to love of Jesus to victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, and disease ("Operation Christmas Child").
- Instead of making a shoe box you can donate money online using a credit card or electronic check. If you can't donate online they can make a wire trasnfer from your bank account ("Operation Christmas Child").
- There are also many different ways to volunteer to help Samaritans Purse. You can make a huge impact by volunteering year around, serving at one of their collection sites during collection week ("Operation Christmas Child").
- Lastly you can inspect and prepare shoe box gifts at the processing center, you must be 13 years or older of age to volunteer. You will specially handle each box, every one is different for every child. This is a great volunteering option for people who love creativity, and hands on projects ("Operation Christmas Child")