USPS Operation Santa nears shipping deadline
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USPS Operation Santa is on track to deliver more gifts this year, but organizers say many wishes still need to be granted.
Why it matters: Even Santa needs help sometimes.
What we're hearing: "We receive far more letters than those adopted," USPS' Jonathan Castillo told Axios.
- "Our biggest need right now is more adopters to help fulfill all the wishes we continue to receive. For those able and willing, adopting a family letter is the best way to share the magic of the holidays with an entire household all at once."
How it works: People visit the Operation Santa website to create an account and read letters from children of all ages across the country. Verified users "adopt" letters and send requested gifts by a deadline to ensure they receive packages by Christmas Day.
- New this year is an expanded online gift catalog powered by Toys R Us. Through the Santa's Gift Shoppe feature, adopters can select and ship gifts directly to the recipient.
State of play: California, Texas and Florida have adopted the most letters so far this year, according to December data from USPS.
You've still got time: Dec. 13 is the last day to adopt letters and ship gifts.
