USPS kicks off 111th year of ‘Operation Santa’

ORLANDO, Fla. — The U.S. Postal Service says Operation Santa is now underway.

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This week marks the earliest kickoff ever for the 111-year-old program.

Operation Santa helps ensure that letters to Santa make it to “Elves” and human helpers who can assist with gifts.

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To participate, kids need to use their full name, a return address, a stamp and Santa’s correct address.

Letters should be sent to 123 Elf Road, North Pole, 88888.

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