2 x Christmas
For 30 years now, Swiss Post has been helping people living in poverty in Switzerland. With "2 x Christmas", we support a campaign that provides tangible relief to people in difficult circumstances. Donated goods parcels can be dropped off free of charge from 24 December to 18 January at any Swiss Post branch or branch with partner. Alternatively, we will collect your donated goods parcel from home free of charge with pick@home.
How to donate a parcel for "2 x Christmas"
Pack the parcel
Only put food and personal hygiene products with a long shelf life in your parcel, for example: rice, pasta, oil, vinegar, baby food, toothpaste, toothbrushes, tissues, tea, oats, jam or flour. The best before date of the food should be at least six months away.
Simply drop off the parcel
Drop off your donated goods parcel free of charge from 24 December 2026 to 18 January 2027 at any branch or branch with partner. Or have it collected from home free of charge with pick@home.
Reliable onward transport
We transport the parcels to the Swiss Red Cross, where they are unpacked, checked and sorted by volunteers.
Effective support
The goods are then distributed through the cantonal Red Cross associations to people living in poverty throughout Switzerland.
How to drop off your donated goods parcel at Swiss Post
Depending on your situation, choose the option that suits you best.
Drop off parcel at a branch
Drop off your donated goods parcel free of charge at a branch or branch with partner.
Have parcel collected from home
With pick@home, you can have your donated goods parcel collected from home free of charge.
"2 x Christmas" campaign
How your donation helps
Find out how the donated goods reach people living in poverty in Switzerland and how you can support the campaign further.
Frequently asked questions
What can I put in my parcel?
Only fill your parcel with foodstuffs with a long shelf life and hygiene products. Foodstuffs must have a shelf life of at least six months. Muesli, jam and chocolate spread for breakfast, baby food, tea, coffee and oil are particularly suitable, as are toothpaste, toothbrushes and mouthwash.
How large and heavy can my parcel be?
Maximum size: 100 x 60 x 60 cm Maximum weight: 30 kg
Do I need a label for my parcel – and where can I get on
You do not need to create your own address label for your parcel as part of the “2 x Christmas” campaign.
You have two options:
- Drop‑off at the branch: You can hand in your parcel at any Swiss Post branch. The required label is available in the branch or will be created and attached for you directly at the counter.
- Free collection (pick@home): If you choose free collection, the delivery person will bring a pre‑printed address label and attach it to your parcel.
In both cases, you do not need to prepare a label yourself.
Where can I hand in my parcel for “2 x Christmas”
Parcels for “2 x Christmas” can be handed in at any Swiss Post branch – both at company‑operated branches and at all partner branches.
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