11 888 children.
30 charities.
Your chance to change the world!
Our philosophy is simple. We believe every child should be spoilt and loved, not only at all Christmas but all year round.
It is a blessing to be on the receiving end of such generosity. Your on-going support for the children who find solace here at Cotlands is truly appreciated - Anne Jacobs, Cotlands.
Contact Details
Email: admin@operationshoebox.co.za
Fax: 0866 501 290
Welcome to Operation Shoebox
What we do
Each year we approach charities in Cape Town and ask them to submit lists of the children in their care. We then find sponsors to 'adopt' each child and make up a shoebox filled with Christmas goodies for them. Sponsors are supplied with the child's name and surname, age, gender, clothing and shoe size, and where possible a little snippet of information on their hobbies and interests. This enables you to personalise the contents of your shoebox.
We have drop-off points across Cape Town. Once you have made up your box you simply drop it off at your chosen drop-off point and we do the rest. You’re welcome to be involved in the sorting and distribution of the boxes, and in some instances, can meet your ‘adopted’ child via one of our Christmas Tree events.
News and Events
31 December 2011
Want to see photos from the 2011 Shoebox drops and Christmas Tree events? Be sure to join our Facebook community for updates, photos and more!
12 August 2011
We're thrilled to have been selected as the official beneficiary charity for the 2011 Africa Com Awards!