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All Carolina Wanted for Christmas was for Alex to Smile
Proof that, sometimes, wishes do come true
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Priya Desai: A Positive Disruptive Force in Global Health
A peek at life at the intersection of math and magic
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Dr. Ann Kummer Wrote the Book on Cleft Care Management — Literally
Why this cleft speech pioneer is so passionate about donating to Smile Train
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History Did Not Repeat Itself with Makiba
In the shadow of unthinkable tragedy, Smile Train helped turn sorrow into hope
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How Sally Ensured Dahlila Would Never Bowl Alone
This mother and daughter duo are the queenpins of the cleft community
The Ballad of King Daniel, the People’s King
Smile Train and the Sing Me a Story Foundation team up to bring a boy’s dreams to life
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Never Sleep on Yohanes
More proof that nothing is stronger than a mother’s love
Cleft Con 2022: Introducing the #CleftProud Generation
From the NFL to high schools across the country, today’s young people with clefts are proud and unstoppable
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Kenyan Drake and Mathias Kiwanuka Put Their Hustle to Work for Smile Train Patients
When it comes to helping children smile, there is no offseason
Jacob Bertrand Gets a Kick Out of Meeting Smile Train Patients
Our patients will never forget hitting the dojo with Hawk from 'Cobra Kai'
A Major Change in Children's Surgery
An interview with Smile Train partner Dr. Getaw on how Smile Train and Lifebox are making surgery safer for children with clefts