The tradition of kids writing Santa dates to the 19th century. More images of St. Nicholas began to appear, helping the cause, so to speak. (Smithsonian Magazine has a deep dive into the history of ...

Those who participate in Operation Santa can pick out a child’s letter and send them a gift from their wishlist, USPS said. Samuel Holt/Unsplash From stuffed animals to gaming consoles, children ...

The USPS is once again offering its Operation Santa program, where kids can send letters to Santa and an army of volunteers helps grant their holiday wishes. Make sure you include your full name and ...

Ray Watford is a retired production director who worked for newspapers in Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. At my part-time job at The Well community center in Hilliard, I help ...

CHICAGO — The U.S. Postal Service’s “Operation Santa” is underway — and they are asking for help to make holiday wishes come true. The USPS processes letters sent to Santa by hopeful kids and families ...

NORTH POLE — Dear Santa, 5-year-old Angelo would like an iPad, a kid’s metal detector, an apron and some kitchen stuff. Oh, by the way, he signed his letter to you, “I Love Santa.” Kids from across ...

You can make all the difference over the holidays for families who are struggling to make financial ends meet. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) recently announced that Operation Santa is now open for ...