Operation Christmas Stocking

 

Operation Christmas Stocking - Providing gifts for local families in need

How many stockings will be over your fireplace this year?  For Souls Harbour Rescue Mission, it's at least 600, so I think we're going to need a larger mantle!  This year, we already have our children's gifts, so are focusing on adult stockings. Our preference is unisex stockings.  

Making a stocking is as easy as 1-2-3.

1. Buy or knit a large stocking (available at dollar stores)

2. Collect all-new stocking stuffers for the stocking

3. Pack your stockings full to the brim

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

• Instant Coffee, Tea, Creamer & Sugar Packets

• Disposable ponchos

• Reflective emergency blankets

• Pair of socks

• Chocolate, Gum, Hot Chocolate Packet, Cup-A-Soup 

• Notepad & Pen, Sewing Kit, Comb, Washcloth

• Chapstick, Lozenges, Hotel Sized Toiletry Kit

• Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Deodorant

• Fun Surprises: Slinky, Yo-Yo, Silly Putty

These are just ideas - you can add your own!  

Please do not make giant stockings - unfortunately we will have to unpack and redistribute to ensure that each guest receives a similar size of stocking.

 *Do NOT Include

• Medication

• Gift Cards or Certificates

• Bus Tickets or Gas Cards

• Winter or Thermal Gear, Gloves

*Send "do not include" items separately so we can distribute them evenly.

Stocking Drop Offs:

• Halifax: Mission Mart (265 Susie Lake Cres), 9-6, Daily

• Truro: 130 King Street, 10-3, Mon-Fri

• Bridgewater: 136 Pleasant Street, 10-3, Mon-Friday (closed Wednesdays)