CARROLLTON, Mo - Local drop-off locations and hours for the Samaritan's Purse's Operation Christmas Child have been announced ahead of the National Collection Week.

The location in Carrollton will once again be the Southside Baptist Church at 301 East Shanklin Street. Their hours of operation will vary each day during the collection week.

Since 1993 Operation Christmas Child has encouraged people to fill shoeboxes with gifts for needy children around the world. These items can include toys, school supplies, and personal care items. Organizers are hoping to collect enough shoeboxes to reach 12-million children this year. You can learn more about Operation Christmas Child by visiting samaritanspurse.org

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