Generosity of the Richland Center area residents recognized

According to Samaritan’s Purse, the overwhelming generosity of the Richland Center area residents, helped provide joy to children in need through Operation Christmas

Child shoebox gifts this season. Across the U.S., the Samaritan’s Purse project collected 10.5 million shoebox gifts in 2024. Combined with those collected from partnering countries in 2024, the ministry is now sending over 11.9 million shoebox gifts to children worldwide. Across the region, shoebox packers often shop for deals on shoebox items throughout the year, and many serve at a deeper level by becoming a year-round volunteer. Information about ways area participants can get involved year-round can also be found at samaritanspurse.org/occ

Although local Richland Center drop‑off locations for shoebox gifts are closed until November 17, anyone can still be a part of this life-changing project by conveniently packing a shoebox gift online in just a few simple clicks at samaritanspurse.org/buildonline. These simple gifts, packed with love, remind children around the world that they are loved and not forgotten.