Letters to Santa & Operation Santa Claus Christmas Spirit!

Published 22 months ago

The North Pole is closer than you think -- it's at a post office near you. A new video and website, www.BeAnElf.org, aim to let the public know they can access real letters to Santa written by kids who really need a brighter Christmas.... more

The North Pole is closer than you think -- it's at a post office near you. A new video and website, www.BeAnElf.org, aim to let the public know they can access real letters to Santa written by kids who really need a brighter Christmas. "It's micro-philanthropy, direct from you to a child," says founder Patrick Reynolds. The site suggests looking for letters asking Santa for "a warm coat", "food or clothes" or "new shoes for my older brother." Gift suggestions include backpacks, school supplies, new clothes and books. The Postal Service has made letters to Santa available to the public at select branches around the US since 1912, but not many Americans are aware of the USPS Operation Santa program. BeAnElf.org wants to change that. "Our mission is to empower people to make a needy child's Christmas wish come true, and fill volunteers with the true spirit of Christmas. Giving is a feeling like no other," says R less

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