OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD 2026 AT KCC
National Collection Week
November 16–23
Monday, Nov 16 through Monday, Nov 23, 2026Pack a shoebox with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items and bring it to Kaimuki Christian Church during collection week. Each gift travels to a child in need along with the Good News of Jesus.
Collection Week Drop-Off
Drop-off day
| Mon Nov 16 to Fri Nov 20 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
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| Sat, Nov 21 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| Sun Nov 22 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| Mon, Nov 23 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Where to Bring Your Box Nov 16-23
Kaimuki Christian Church
1117 Koko Head Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816
Drop-off spot: Main Parking Lot on Harding Ave.
Can't make it? Samaritan's Purse lists other Oahu drop-off locations, or you can pack a box online.
Find Another Drop-Off Location (external website)
Key Dates
| Oct 9 / 11 | Empty shoebox pickup begins after worship services on the lanai |
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| Nov 14 | Youth Ministry Packing Party, Laulima MPR 10:30 am |
| Nov 15 | Keiki Ministry Packing Party, Fellowship Hall 8:30 am & 10:30 am |
| Nov 16-23 | National Collection Week: drop off at KCC |
Get Ready to Pack
How to Pack
- Get a shoebox or small plastic bin.
- Pick a boy or girl, ages 2–4, 5–9, or
- 10–14.
- Fill it with a "wow" item, school
- supplies, and hygiene items.
- Pray for the child who will receive it.
- Give $10 online or tuck it in an
- envelope inside.
- Bring it to KCC Nov 16–23.
Please Don't Pack
Used items, candy, toothpaste, liquids or lotions, medicine, breakable items, or anything war-related.
About the $10
The suggested $10 per box helps cover shipping. Giving online gives you a label to follow your box.