100,000 Smiles In Africa
When Zena's family thought they could never afford cleft treatment for their daughter, you gave them hope.
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Patricia Simon Reflects on the Cleft Community Advisory Council
The children's author and RN brings her unique expertise to Smile Train's CCAC.
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CCAC Spotlight: Cris Solano
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CCAC Spotlight: Melinda Fry-Bly
Full-time mom, jewelry maker, and designer Melinda Fry-Bly from Florida shares the story how her son Colton inspired her to become a member of Smile Train’s Cleft Community Advisory Council.
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CCAC Spotlight: Alyson Ferguson
She's a Girl Scout leader, Cub Scout leader, member of the PTA, and a hero to children with clefts around the world.
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CCAC Spotlight: Ashley Barbour
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Alexa is Queen for a Day
Alexa grew up getting bullied because of her cleft. But one magical, Carnival day, all her dreams came true.
Osawa Reborn | 8 Months Later
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A Father’s Journey: Natsir’s Story
A stranger pointed Natsir to the Smile Train partner hospital that saved his sons' lives. He has devoted his life since to paying the kindness forward to help other families in need.