Operation Christmas Child

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Fairview's CWF will be collecting filled and unwrapped shoe boxes.  These filled boxes need to be done and back to Fairview by November 18, 2017.  There are about 8 empty boxes left in Fellowship Hall.

​Please return these boxes to the designated table in Fellowship Hall. It is requested that filled shoe boxes 
NOT be sealed with tape.  Please use rubber bands or string.  Thank you.

If you would like to participate:

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1. Use a standard size shoe box (or you can get one from 
    Fellowship Hall) starting after August 1st.

2. Age categories:

 
2-4 years old
5-9 years old
or 10-14 years old

3: Possible gift suggestions

School Supplies: pens, pencils, crayons, markers, writing pads, solar calculators, etc

Toys: that the children can embrace immediately - dolls, stuffed animals, toy trucks, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, etc.

Hygiene items: wash cloths, bars of hand soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.

Other ideas: t-shirts, socks, ball caps, hair clips, etc.

4. Some items 
NOT TO INCLUDE:

Used or damaged items
War-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures
Chocolate or food
Out of date candy
Liquids or lotions
Medications or vitamins
Breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers
Aerosol cans

For other gift ideas and what items NOT TO INCLUDE:  please be sure to pick up one of the pamphlets on the table in Fellowship Hall.
   
5. If possible, please include a donation of $7.00 with each shoe box; this will help cover the shipping and other project costs.

6. Feel free to include a personal note to the child and, if you would like, a photo of yourself or your family.

Any questions please contact Pat J. or the church office.