Nbcdfw iconNbcdfwSep 17, 2026 ~1 min source read

‘Dear Santa': The USPS Operation Santa program is now accepting letters

This is the program's 114th year, and thousands of families will send letters to Santa at the North Pole. The program makes it possible for people to adopt and respond to these letters, fulfilling the holiday wishes of children and families across the country.

‘Dear Santa': The USPS Operation Santa program is now accepting letters
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This is the program's 114th year, and thousands of families will send letters to Santa at the North Pole.

The program makes it possible for people to adopt and respond to these letters, fulfilling the holiday wishes of children and families across the country.

For some, the simple act of exchanging even small gifts is out of reach," says Sheila Holman, vice president of marketing for the Postal Service.

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This is the program's 114th year, and thousands of families will send letters to Santa at the North Pole. The program makes it possible for people to adopt and respond to these letters, fulfilling the holiday wishes of children and families across the country. For some, the simple act of exchanging even small gifts is out of reach," says Sheila Holman, vice president of marketing for the Postal Service.

How it works

  • Information on the program, history, important dates, and how to participate as either a letter writer or adopter can be found on USPSOperationSanta.com.</...
  • Letters should be sent to Santa's official workshop address:
  • There is no guarantee that letters submitted to the program will be adopted, the Postal Service said.
  • 16, and registrants can adopt single or family letters to help brighten the holiday season for those in need.

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Are you ready to accept letters for Santa Claus this holiday season? "The holidays are a time to celebrate the joy of the season. 5 to be eligible for potential adoption and fulfillment.

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