Our Stories

The Las Vegas Raider’s surprisingly personal connection to cleft care.

The model and activist on why Smile Train's work is so close to her heart.

In honor of Cleft Awareness Month 2021, Smile Train's Cleft Community Advisory Council presents real-life stories of growing up with a cleft or being the mom to a child with a cleft from people who have been there. 

Talking celebrities and staying grounded with Smile Train’s Senior Director of PR.

When Chelsea learned Luca would be born with a cleft, she couldn't find a community to comfort her. So she started her own.

"Being born “different” is exactly why you should achieve big goals and be full of confidence."

If this dog makes you smile, help him pay it forward.