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 The Christmas Store, a community effort to share the joys of Christmas with the children of Oxford and Lafayette County, is preparing for its 34th year of service. Again this year the Rotary Club of Oxford-Ole Miss is teaming with The Christmas Store Committee and the Interfaith Compassion Ministry to provide books and toys for eligible children in our community who might not otherwise have Christmas.

Applications are received from schools, churches, and the Interfaith Compassion Ministry for children up to age 14 who qualify. Each application is screened by a volunteer committee to ensure need, and parents of eligible children are invited to receive two toys and a book per child.

The University community and Lafayette County citizens are encouraged to continue their outstanding support, which has made a tremendous difference in the ability of The Christmas Store Committee to share with others as a part of this annual community initiative. HOW?

Toys and monetary donations are always welcome! Toys may be dropped off at the Interfaith Compassion Ministry at 904 North Lamar Blvd. in Oxford, or a Rotarian will be happy to pick up toy donations. A gift card or a new, unwrapped toy or book appropriate for a boy or girl up to age 14, or a monetary donation will provide toys for a child who might not otherwise have Christmas. Monetary donations may be sent to The Christmas Store, P.O. Box 1686, Oxford, MS 38655 or by clicking the Donate link at the top of this page.

Taking part in making Christmas special for a child is a very rewarding experience.  Further questions may be addressed to OxfordChristmasStore@gmail.com .

Click here for a printable donation form.