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USPS Operation Santa

Santa is now accepting letters! Send them in before adoption begins on November 18.

Write to Santa
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A New Way to Shop & Ship Gifts

Shop for the ideal gift and ship it with just a click using our new online catalog in partnership with Toys"R"Us®

Coming in November 2024

Make Someone’s Holiday in Four Steps

  • Read

    Look through letters and adopt ones you love.

  • Shop

    Find the perfect gift, and keep it anonymous—it's from Santa, after all.

  • Wrap

    Prep and pack your gifts using our shipping guidelines .

  • Ship

    Send your gift from a participating Post Office™ location by December 16.

Get Wishes to Santa

If you or someone you know has a wish for Santa, follow these simple steps to write and mail the perfect letter.

Write a Letter
Read Letters

Choose How You Want to Adopt

On Your Own

Pick a letter (or many) and prepare your shopping list.

As a Team

Get co-workers and friends involved to make a lasting impact.

Show Me How
Show Me How

Santa Needs You

Want to adopt letters this holiday season? Sign up to be the first to know when Santa's mailroom opens.

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