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Dec 8, 2021

Why This ER Doctor Donates Monthly to Smile Train

"The number of people's lives they're changing is absolutely incredible."

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United States
Nov 23, 2021

At Cleft Con 2021, Vulnerability is Strength

“It's amazing what your cleft journey will do to your life when you embrace it.”

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United States
Dec 11, 2020

Why Hema Smiles No Matter What

When Hema was 12 years old, she learned that not everyone born with a cleft received the care she did. She decided right then to change that.

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United States
Nov 20, 2020

Three Generations of Clefts, One Lifelong Commitment to Smiles

Why Dave is a proud monthly donor to Smile Train. 

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United States
Jun 15, 2020

Kristine Byrum Creates Smiles One Tooth At A Time

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United States
May 29, 2020

Luke Zappia Wants Children With Clefts to be Superheroes

He doesn't have a cleft, but Smile Train has always been like a part of his family.

Emily Smile Train YLC member
United States
May 18, 2020

Emily Jiang Makes a Difference, No Matter the Distance

How one conversation — and one good idea — can make a huge difference.

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United States
Mar 19, 2020

Christine Smessaert: A Smile is a Connection

"Being a part of Smile Train has allowed me to experience things I never would have otherwise and has helped me to grow as an individual.”
Sam Young Frequent Smiler Donor
United States
Feb 18, 2020

Sam Young: Frequent Smiler, Constant Inspiration

Every month when the donation pops up on my statement... I’m able to put things back into perspective.

Bhavana Smile Train YLC member
United States
Dec 12, 2019

Bhavana Venkataram: The Importance of Comprehensive Cleft Care

It wasn’t until my trip to Mexico that I realized the impact Smile Train has — it was unbelievable.

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