Welcome to Operation
Christmas Drop!
Since
1952, the Christmas Drop Organization has been spreading joy and much
needed relief to residents in the most remote parts of the Marianas
island chain. For over half a century, this enduring legacy of success
garnered by Operation Christmas Drop is a true testament to the generosity
and goodwill of the citizens of Guam and it's military partners. With
2009 marking our 57th anniversary, we have set an aggressive
goal to airdrop 200 boxes to more than 35,000 inhabitants
spread out over dozens of smaller islands. This will mark
an unprecedented milestone as Operation Christmas Drop charges ahead
into the twenty-first century!
Through
the cooperation of local and military communities in the Asia-Pacific
region, Operation Christmas Drop has delivered over 800,000 pounds
of much needed food, supplies, tools, and toys to thousands
of residents throughout Micronesia. What started as a a lone
WB-50 aircrew returning to Guam on its final flight before Christmas,
has turned into the longest running humanitarian campaign not only
in the history of the US Air Force, but of the entire world!
Volunteers
can help in a number of different capacities, while donors can participate
in the "Box Sponsorship" or other funds-related programs. Your contribution,
no matter how small, truly make a difference to the lives of
our surrounding neighbors. We look forward to you and your organization
joining us again this year and making 2009 the best drop yet!
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ATTENTION ALL
OCD 2009 SUPPORTERS!!!
The drop dates for OCD 2009 are scheduled for 14-19 December!
Thank you to everyone for all your hard work in
making thei year's drop the best one to date! If you have any pictures
you'd like to see posted on the website, or would like further information
on the status of the drops, please contact us at support@christmasdrop.com.