USPS Operation Santa:

Secret Santa Program

A Time-Honored Tradition Offers Hope and Joy This Holiday Season.

The holiday season is upon us, and for many families, it brings both joy and challenges.

For over a century, the USPS Operation Santa program has been a beacon of hope, connecting generous individuals with children and families in need.

Through this initiative, heartfelt letters to Santa are adopted by kind-hearted people who strive to make holiday wishes come true.

What is USPS Operation Santa?

Established over 100 years ago, USPS Operation Santa allows children and families to write letters to Santa, sharing their holiday wishes.

These letters are then made available for adoption by individuals and organizations eager to spread holiday cheer.

Participants can select letters and fulfill the requests, ensuring that the magic of the season reaches those who might otherwise go without.

How to Send a Letter to Santa

If your child has a holiday wish list, encourage them to write a letter to Santa.

To ensure the letter is eligible for adoption, include the following:

- Child's first and last name

- Full return address (including apartment number, if applicable)

- Specific holiday wishes (including sizes, colors, or other pertinent details)

Address the letter to:

Santa

123 Elf Road

North Pole, 88888

Ensure the envelope has the correct postage and is postmarked by December 6, 2025.

Key Dates for 2025

- **September 15**: USPS begins accepting letters to Santa.

- **November 3**: Registration opens for those wishing to adopt letters.

- **November 17**: Letter adoption begins.

- **December 6**: Deadline for sending letters to Santa (must be postmarked by this date).

- **December 13**: Last day to adopt letters and ship gifts to ensure delivery by Christmas.

New Features for 2025

This year, USPS Operation Santa has introduced enhancements to make participation even more impactful:

- **Family Letter Adoption**: Adopters can now select letters from entire families, allowing them to fulfill the wishes of multiple family members simultaneously.

- **Team Adoption Option**: Groups, such as workplaces or community organizations, can collaborate to adopt and fulfill family letters, fostering a sense of community and shared giving.

- **Santa's Gift Shoppe**: Powered by Toys“R”Us, this expanded online catalog offers a wide selection of gifts, making it convenient for adopters to shop and ship presents directly from home.

How to Adopt a Letter

For those interested in adopting a letter and making a child's holiday wish come true:

1. Visit the official USPS Operation Santa website.

2. Create an account and complete the identity verification process.

3. Browse available letters and select one (or more) to adopt.

4. Shop for the requested gifts, either through Santa's Gift Shoppe or on your own.

5. Ship the gifts promptly to ensure they arrive by Christmas.

By participating in USPS Operation Santa, you have the opportunity to bring joy and hope to children and families during the holiday season.

Whether you're writing a letter or adopting one, your involvement helps keep the spirit of giving alive.

For more information and to get involved, visit the official USPS Operation Santa website.

Let's come together to make this holiday season memorable for everyone.

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