Operation Kindness

Meeting felt needs and demonstrating the love of Jesus to men, women, and children in the remote villages and rural areas of Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.

Life is tremendously difficult for families living in the remote villages and rural areas of southeast Africa. Most live hand to mouth with only one set of thread-bare clothes to their name.

Your donation will help meet the clothing needs of desperate men, women, and children in the remote villages and rural areas of Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.

From there, our African leadership team will distribute all donated clothing to people living in one of the poorest regions in the world. In doing so, they will encourage Finish Line's African church family and point people to faith in Jesus Christ.

1. SIGn up for boxes

Partner with us to support Operation Kindness! We'll deliver designated donation boxes directly to your location, making it easy for you to collect and distribute essential items. Join us in spreading kindness and making a difference in our community.

Please fill out the form below to let us know your location and the number of boxes you require.

2. Fill Your Boxes

Bless the men, women, and children of Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe by donating your GENTLY USED CLOTHES. Your kindness will encourage our African church family and help point people to faith in Jesus Christ.

Requested Items For Men

  • Pants

  • Jeans

  • Button Down Shirts

  • Polo Shirts

  • T-Shirts

  • Blazers (Sport Coats)

  • Sweaters

  • Jackets

  • Shoes

  • Socks

  • Ties

Requested Items For Women

  • Dresses (Below The Knee)

  • Skirts (Below The Knee)

  • Blouses

  • T-Shirts

  • Sweaters

  • Jackets

  • Scarves

  • Shoes

  • Socks

Requested Items For Children And Teenagers

  • Pants

  • Jeans

  • Dresses (Below The Knee)

  • Skirts (Below The Knee)

  • Button Down Shirts

  • Polo Shirts

  • Blouses

  • T-Shirts

  • Sweaters

  • Jackets

  • Shoes

  • Socks

*Please do not send clothes with holes or clothes that are dirty, threadbare, ripped, or torn. Additionally, please do not send clothes with questionable slogans or photos. Finally, please do not send clothes with alcohol or tobacco advertisements.

3. Drop off event

PARTICIPATE IN OPERATION KINDNESS 2025 Our team will deliver designated Operation Kindness boxes to you ahead of our drop-off day. Fill your box with gently used clothes and bring it to our Operation Kindness Box Drop-Off Event.

Just drive up—our team will unload your box and hand you some awesome Finish Line gear. The whole process takes less than five minutes. We’ll follow up soon with the exact date and location for drop-off (expected late October 2025 in Columbus, Ohio).

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Details to come.

  • Although we appreciate your generosity, import restrictions only allow us to send clothing.

  • Yes! It does get cold in Africa. Items like coats, sweaters, hats, and gloves are a real help.

  • Yes! Your gift of baby clothes will fill our new mothers in Africa with great joy.

  • Details forthcoming.

Contact Us Via Email Or Phone With Additional Questions

Email: elia@finishlineministries.org

Call: 614.384.5582