The Santa Shoebox Project originated in Cape Town in 2006 with a humble 180 shoeboxes. In 10 years it has grown in leaps and bounds, with the number of Santa Shoeboxes donated reaching a total of 551 979. The shoeboxes are distributed to more than 1 000 recipient facilities, through more than 60 satellites around South Africa and Namibia.
The success of the project can largely be attributed to its personal nature – donors give gifts to children whose names, ages and genders are known. The project is supported by an extensive network of volunteers across South Africa and Namibia – kind-hearted people who give freely of their time, energy and expertise without remuneration.
YOU TOO can help make a young boy or girl very happy this Christmas by registering online to pledge a Santa Shoebox. Click here to get started and for more information on packing, wrapping and delivering your shoebox.
The oh-so clever Suzelle was kind enough to share some creative tips on putting your Santa Shoebox together.
