How it works

Thoughtfully prepared.
Joyfully received.

From a generous gesture to a child’s Christmas celebration, every step is an opportunity to share love.

01 / CHOOSE YOUR GIFT

How many smiles
will you share?

A suggested $25 helps bless one child. Every additional $25 can help another child experience the joy of Christmas.

$251 child $502 children $753 children $1004 children

Local volunteers preparing shoebox gifts

02 / PREPARED LOCALLY

Care, close to home.

Local volunteers purchase age-appropriate gifts and carefully prepare each package. Local purchasing supports communities and helps reduce international shipping costs.

03 / PACK YOUR OWN

Already have a box?

Find thoughtful suggestions for a girl or boy, with ideas for toys, school supplies, clothing, and more.

View our gift suggestions ↗

View the illustrated How iChristmas Works guide ↗

Let the care continue.

After distribution, participating children may have the opportunity to enroll in His Steps©, a 12-lesson discipleship program. Ministry partners can continue nurturing caring relationships with children and their families.

One gift. A world of possibility.

Help make Christmas a season of hope, generosity, and love.

Give a gift of hope