Make the Young Leadership Circle Part of Your Story

Become part of a growing network of professionals committed to furthering Smile Train’s cause

Young Leadership Circle

The Young Leadership Circle (YLC) is a group of New York City–based young professionals committed to supporting Smile Train’s programs. Selected through a competitive application process, YLC members serve one-year terms during which they host fundraising events and lead educational initiatives to raise awareness and engage their communities.

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What Does It Mean to Be a Part of the YLC?

Smile Train Young Leadership Circle (YLC) members host fundraising events and educational programs throughout the year.

Their support helps Smile Train provide the training, funding, and resources that empower local doctors in 70+ countries to provide 100%-free comprehensive cleft treatment in their own communities.

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Create Smiles

By joining the YLC, you are contributing to Smile Train’s efforts to help children living with untreated clefts around the world.

Attend YLC Events

The YLC organizes and hosts fundraising events and educational programs throughout the year.

Participate in a Journey of Smiles

Board members who achieve a higher fundraising goal have the opportunity to visit Smile Train's programs in the field.

Make New Connections

The YLC helps create hundreds of new smiles and fosters a community of young professionals who support Smile Train.

Being part of the YLC has given me the opportunity to fundraise for a cause that I care deeply about, spread awareness about an organization that inspires me, and meet board members from all across the country.
- Bhavana Venkataram, YLC Board Member