Shoebox Packing Party
// Molly Knost
It is hard to believe that it’s October and our Christmas Shoebox Drive has begun!
If you are planning on collecting shoeboxes, have you considered hosting a Shoebox Packing Party? A packing party is a wonderful way to get your whole church or small group involved in packing shoeboxes. When hosting a packing party your goal is to collect enough supplies to pack shoeboxes as a group.
From toothpaste to soap, essential hygiene items are still greatly appreciated.
If you would like to host a Shoebox Packing Party, here’s what you need to do:
Step 1: Set a goal of the number of shoeboxes you would like to pack (example 200).
Step 2: Print out a sign-up list for the items you would like everyone to bring (see www.shoeboxdrive.com for packing ideas).
Step 3: Set the date for your packing party, and spread the word for a couple of weeks. Invite people to sign up for the items they would like to bring.
Step 4: Host the packing party! Ask everyone to bring the items they collected, purchased, or had donated and fill your shoeboxes.
Thanks to the churches, schools, and businesses hosting our Shoebox Drive. We can’t do this without you!
When each person shops for one item and brings enough for each shoebox, the job becomes easier.
Please let me know if you are hosting a packing party or a shoebox drive by emailing me at shoebox@newmissions.org. I would love to answer any questions you may have and send you promotional materials. ~Molly Knost
