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Want to trick-or-treat for a cause this year? If so, head over and request free Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF boxes! You will need to claim a minimum of 5, and can claim up to 50! Head to the link below to get yours!
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is a longstanding tradition in which children collect donations for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) while going door-to-door on Halloween. It began in 1950 and has since raised millions of dollars to help children in need around the world.
* What Are Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Boxes?
The Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF box is an iconic small orange donation box that children carry while collecting treats on Halloween. Instead of just asking for candy, they also encourage neighbors to donate spare change or money to support UNICEF’s work. Over the years, these boxes have become symbols of giving, associated with both fun and charitable causes.
* How It Works:
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1. Receiving the Box: In previous years, schools, communities, or organizations would distribute the orange boxes to children before Halloween. Now, many Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaigns are digital, with downloadable materials available through UNICEF’s website.
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2. ollecting Donations: On Halloween night, along with collecting candy, children ask neighbors, friends, and family members to contribute to their donation boxes.
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3. Submitting Donations: After Halloween, the collected donations can be mailed to UNICEF, or, in modern times, online portals allow families to submit donations electronically, especially when physical collection is not feasible.
* Impact:
Donations collected through Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF go directly to helping children globally, providing:
- Vaccinations against diseases like measles and polio.
- Access to clean water and sanitation.
- School supplies and education programs.
- Emergency relief for children affected by conflicts or natural disasters.
This program teaches children the values of compassion and global citizenship, allowing them to contribute to meaningful causes while enjoying the festive spirit of Halloween. Even though the traditional boxes are used less frequently in the digital age, the initiative continues to be a creative way for families to support vulnerable children worldwide.