Donate toys, time to the Christian Center’s annual Operation Hope

Help get gifts under every tree. Photo: Eugene Zhyvchik

PARK CITY, Utah — Last year, Operation Hope served 710 families, 1,780 children, and 250 volunteers. This year Operation Hope is still all about sharing hope and spreading even more cheer to families.

“Every winter, our generous community donates toys, gift cards, and volunteer time to ensure every family in Summit and Wasatch Counties has a merry Christmas during this, our biggest annual program,” said Rob Harter, CCPC Executive Director. 

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED:

Donate Toys:

• Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the main office during normal business hours. All toys are due by December 7. Click here to shop the designated Amazon Wish List.
• Host a Toy Drive Drop Box; Collect toys for Summit and Wasatch county children at your home or business. Email JamieC@ccofpc.org to set up a toy drive drop box location.

Operation Hope in Wasatch County:

The Wasatch County timing is to ensure participants receive gift cards so parents can shop for their children’s gifts in plenty of time for shipping and wrapping.

• Donate by December 2.
• Registered families can pick up gift cards at JR Smith Elementary, Midway Elementary, and Heber Elementary on December 3, anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Donate Financially:

If you prefer to give financially, secure online donations are always welcome and appreciated by the Christian Center.

• Donate to Summit County here.
• Donate to Wasatch County here.

Volunteer at Operation Hope:

• On December 3, volunteers can help Wasatch County pass out gift cards, sign up here.
• On December 13 and 14 from 12 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., volunteers in Summit County can help pass out gift cards and set up a toy store in CCPC’s event space, sign up here.