What is Operation Christmas Child?

In each shoebox, an opportunity for discipleship is included, in the form of a gospel pamphlet. In 2023, 11.3 million shoeboxes were sent to children all over the world and over 5 million children were discipled through The Greatest Journey, where over 2.9 million made decisions for Christ. This means that if CHBC packed and sent 1000 shoebox gifts, the fruit might be about 250+ decisions for Christ. The outreach events are planned and implemented by volunteers in the local church who know the culture and language best. Children do not have to say or do anything to receive the gifts and they are given regardless of gender, ethnicity, or faith.