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… is that when I was little, my parents found Fundación Gantz in Santiago, where I have gone for free treatment thanks to Smile Train ever since. Every time I go to Fundación Gantz, my parents support me. I thank them for that because it is … especially with the teeth that are now straight. I think that with all the treatment I'm doing, I'll have a beautiful smile. Juan sharing a laugh with his mother For my future, I wish to be healthy, because who knows what could happen? I … help they have given me throughout my treatment. Thanks to everything they do for me, I am a happy child. Help advance Smile Train's lifesaving work around the world. Donate now … What local cleft treatment means to patients, in a patient’s …
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… needed. Stefania Well, you can imagine how we felt when they told us we wouldn’t have to pay anything at all thanks to Smile Train! I said, “No. You shouldn’t help only my children because maybe I have something in my purse, but perhaps … devoted hospital. I’d like to thank everyone who was involved and helped, both the doctors and everyone who donates to Smile Train. We thank you for all the support, and may God bless you for everything you do for these children who really need this care. Bring hope, miracles, and smiles to more families in need. Donate now … “Everything is harder when there’s two” … Stefania and Elena: Twins With …
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… and a nurse there said she had heard about an organization that could provide free treatment for him. She Googled local Smile Train partners and directed us to Grandville Medical and Laser Centre. Olanike speaking with Dr. Aranmolate Rasheed … as well help people the way he was helped. As I said, it is a sacred duty. I also want to say a very big thank you to Smile Train’s donors. I don't know them, but God knows them. I pray God will continue to bless them, favor them, and show …
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… families -- the American Cleft-Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA), Children’s Craniofacial Association, myFace and Smile Train -- are joining forces to educate the public during national Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month in July. … their support for the craniofacial community." “To show our support for children with clefts and help raise awareness, Smile Train will be participating in many activities throughout the month of July including: our #SmileMaker social media campaign encouraging followers to update their Facebook profile photos with our special frame, our …
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… Nkeiruka Obi Bio Nkeiruka Obi Bio Vice President and Regional Director, Africa Mrs. Nkeiruka (NK) Obi is Smile Train’s Vice President and Regional Director, Africa and a senior development specialist with 26 years’ experience … was at United Bank for Africa Plc., where she held the position of Head/Senior Manager, Prestige Banking before joining Smile Train in March 2011 to become Program Director, West and Central Africa. A strong advocate for governments and …
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… three years behind the other children his age. Just when he was seemingly past his breaking point, Muswamba learned that Smile Train was sponsoring free cleft surgeries through Congolese hero and NBA All-Star Dikembe Mutombo's hospital, in … for the best. You have given him the best gift ever. My son was in mental prison, but you have released him. Thank you, Smile Train,” Muswamba said as tears rolled down her cheeks. … Nkunda had to hide in the bushes on his journey to school …
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… had one small glimmer of hope: Hospital staff recommended he meet with Dr. Aillón, a surgeon who worked with a local Smile Train partner. Sitting with Dr. Aillón, Rene at last learned the truth about clefts — that they were both common … luck, and that in some places, they even try to prevent the child from continuing their life.” Daniel and his family To Smile Train’s donors who changed everything for Daniel and for so many others across Bolivia and around the world, Rene … and Healing Bolivia Apr 24, 2025 Thank You for Giving Roselin’s Family Their “Best Day” Bolivia Jan 9, 2025 Diego: A Smile and Strength Beyond His Years Bolivia Jul 11, 2024 Setting the Standard for Cleft Treatment in Bolivia and Beyond … …
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… Andry always wants the best for Fy Their mad search came to an end with the discovery of a single Facebook post. Local Smile Train partner Santé Plus Hospital was advertising free, year-round cleft treatment. The couple was thrilled. They … is drastic. She is no longer sick all the time. Her appetite has improved too. After her surgeries, little Fy is all smiles Fy is growing up healthy and happy, and her parents feel blessed for every single day with her and every single smile. Your donation can change the life of a child like Fy for the better. Donate now Our impact in Madagascar cleft …
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… Dr. Maria Del Pilar Echeverri: Revolutionizing Cleft Care In Colombia Dr. Maria del Pilar Echeverri: Revolutionizing Cleft Care in Colombia Dr. Echeverri founded FISULAB in the belief that all aspects of cleft care are equal. In the mid-1990s, Dr. Maria del Pilar Echeverri was working as a speech therapist to children with clefts in Bogotá when her boss’s gave birth …
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… is exactly why you should achieve big goals and be full of confidence." The following is a first-hand account of Smile Train supporter Manny Ventura’s incredible life. Growing up with a cleft lip in one of the toughest neighborhoods … other kids and families facing the same struggles I did. Thankfully, this question turned out to have an easy answer — Smile Train. Smile Train immediately impressed me with its model of training local doctors. When kids know that a doctor from their …
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… the bruises, worrying, tiredness, and hurt associated with this journey. They hold my hand and walk me through it with a smile on their faces. They mean everything to Norah and me, and I have overcome so many hurdles because of them. Norah … But I don't mind because it has become my passion, and what little profit I have made I've been able to donate to Smile Train to help even more children with clefts live their dreams. The Moral of the Story I hope everything I do … And, of course, I will be there the whole way to teach her and help her participate in cleft-related things. Norah with Smile Train's " 9 Reasons to Smile Family Fun Activity Booklet " I've written a lot of books about it now, but I'd say …
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… just let that go without trying to find a solution,” she said. Into Action Each on their own, Chelsey and Elle joined Smile Train’s Cleft Community Advisory Council (CCAC). Each on their own, they contacted Iva Ballou, Smile Train’s Community Development Manager, with the same message: We want to help. Iva put them in touch. Elle is a … is astounding. She makes it all look easy.” “How blessed we are to be chosen to fall in love with not just one beautiful smile, but two,” Chelsey reflected. Just like their webinar, Chelsey and Elle couldn’t leave our interview without …