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First Baptist Church is looking for volunteers to help collect and pack shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. Select which date or dates that you are willing to volunteer. We are looking for at least two volunteers per time slot, and at least 10 volunteers on shipping day, Monday, November 23. The collection will take place at our Downtown Campus (209 E Jefferson St.)
Collection Times (Downtown Office)
Volunteers Needed:We need at least two volunteers per collection slot, and several hands on deck for shipment day to help collect boxes and load the semi once boxes are ready for shipment.
Operation Christmas Child is one of our Acts One 8 ministry projects.
Each year, our church family gathers toys and gifts to send to children all over the world—sharing the gospel with every shoebox.
How It Works
Shoebox Pickup: Shoeboxes will be available for pickup at the church office.
Once you pick up a box, fill it with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items (do not include soap; see "What to Pack Guide" for more details).
Include a $10 donation to cover shipping and evangelistic materials—like The Greatest Gift booklet, which shares the gospel in each child’s native language.
When your box is ready, drop it off at the church during collection times. We’ll handle packing and distribution across the globe!
Two Ways to Participate:
1.Pack a Physical Shoebox
Pick up a box from FBC and return it during collection week.
2. Build A Shoebox Online
Can’t make it in person? Build and send a box online.