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HOW TO PACK A SHOE BOXwww.operationchristmaschild.org

Joan BostromOctober 2007

Make a PlanShoe Boxes for Children 2-14

• What to buy• Where to shop• How to pack• Where to deliver

What to Buy

• Clothes• Accessories• Toiletries• Toys• Markers• Notepads• Snacks• Pictures• Containers

Where to Shop• Discount chains

– Marshalls– TJ Maxx

• Dollar stores• Drug stores• Craft stores• Mart stores• Department stores• Sam’s Club/Costco

Where to Shop (continued)

Watch for Sales

• Off-season• Going-out-of

business • Inventory-reduction

How to Pack• Use shoe boxes or clear storage

boxes (shoe box size)

• Wrap boxes (lid separate)

• Include check for shipping (if possible)

How to Pack (continued)

• Pack age-appropriate items in each box• Label top of box with one of the following:

• Place rubber band around filled box

Where to Deliver

Take to distribution center

• Northwestern Bookstores• KTIS radio station• Other locations listed on

www.operationchristmaschild.org

The Shoe Box Gift

• What to buy• Where to shop• How to pack• Where to deliver

National Collection WeekNovember 12-19, 2007