GALION/CRESTLINE, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—The Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce (GCACC) is participating as a local pick-up and drop-off location for ‘Operation Christmas Child,’ a heartwarming initiative that has been delivering millions of gifts to children around the world since its inception in 1993.
From now until Monday, November 6, the GCACC office, located at 138 Harding Way West, Galion, is open to community members who wish to pick up or return the iconic red-and-green shoeboxes. These shoeboxes, accompanied by a packet of information and detailed instructions, enable generous individuals to “pack a shoebox and send Your Love to a Special Child.”
Alternatively, for those who prefer the convenience of online participation, ‘Build a Shoebox Online’ is also a viable option. Interested individuals can visit samaritanspurse.org/buildonline to explore this avenue further.
Spearheaded by the renowned relief and ministry organization Samaritan’s Purse, ‘Operation Christmas Child’ is not just about gift-giving. It’s an initiative that embodies compassion, hope, and global goodwill. Through their efforts, Samaritan’s Purse supports numerous missionary hospitals across the world, providing lifesaving medical care and surgeries through their medical outreach arm, World Medical Mission.
Beyond international medical assistance, Samaritan’s Purse plays a crucial role in disaster response, both in the United States and abroad. When calamities like earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, and other catastrophic events strike, Samaritan’s Purse steps in, delivering food, water, medical care, and “other lifesaving relief in the Name of Jesus Christ.” This compassionate approach extends to collaborating with local churches and Christian partners, working tirelessly to help those in distress rebuild their lives.
For more information about ‘Operation Christmas Child’ and the broader work of Samaritan’s Purse, visit samaritanspurse.org or call (800) 353-5949.
The Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce (GCACC) takes pride in its involvement in this heartfelt mission. For those interested in learning more about the GCACC and its initiatives, please visit their official website at galion-crestlinechamber.org or reach out to the chamber office directly at (419) 468-7737.
This holiday season, the Galion-Crestline community has the opportunity to participate in ‘Operation Christmas Child,’ contributing to the joy of children worldwide and spreading love and goodwill, thanks to the efforts of Samaritan’s Purse and the support of the GCACC.