Have you participated in “Operation Santa” in the past? That’s where people can help children and families have a magical holiday by sending presents to those who have written letters to Santa.
Letters sent with First-Class Mail postage and complete, accurate and legible return addresses have been opened, reviewed and posted on USPSOperationSanta.com.
This year, the U.S. Postal Service debuts an online e-commerce catalog for the fulfillment of gifts: Santa’s Gift Shoppe, an online option developed exclusively for USPS Operation Santa letter adopters, powered by Toys“R”Us, just in time for the start of the program’s letter adoption.
The site offers a streamlined experience, making it easier for participants to shop for gifts and ship them from the comfort of their homes with just a click.
The online catalog offers a selection of Toys“R”Us toys and gifts, allowing letter adopters to find something special for each letter writer, while the integration with shipping options from the Postal Service, such as USPS Ground Advantage, helps ensure that gifts are affordable to ship and arrive in time for the holidays.
The introduction of Santa’s Gift Shoppe marks the first of what the Postal Service says it hopes to be several collaborations in expanding its online catalog to include clothing, shoes, books and more.
Operation Santa enters its 112th year of enabling the public to adopt letters to Santa written by children and families.
“By choosing a letter, participants make a direct impact on their communities, bringing hope, joy and generosity to the holiday season,” the USPS says.
Supporters are invited to visit the official USPS Operation Santa website to browse letters, choose a child’s wish to fulfill and benefit from the enhanced shopping and shipping options through Santa’s Gift Shoppe to make holiday dreams come true.
“Santa’s helpers” have until Dec. 16 to adopt letters and is the recommended date to ship packages.
