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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](/sites/default/files/styles/1_column_470_x_305/public/2021-02/emily-wears-penn-shirt.jpg?itok=Wt4E7Ks4)
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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Julia Hahn Knows the Power of a Smile
"I know Smile Train really is changing the world one smile at a time because one of those smiles is mine."
![Manny Ventura Smile Train supporter](/sites/default/files/styles/1_column_470_x_305/public/2021-02/manny-ventura-smile-train-supporter.jpg?itok=2_TheN41)
Manny Ventura: “What’s Your Battle Scar?”
"Being born “different” is exactly why you should achieve big goals and be full of confidence."
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Got Smiles? Milk Does.
If this dog makes you smile, help him pay it forward.
![Sam Young Frequent Smiler Donor](/sites/default/files/styles/1_column_470_x_305/public/2021-02/sam-young.jpg?itok=LxDbaOQ1)
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.
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Christina Errico: The Cleft Community Holds Smile Train Accountable
Overcoming stigma "taught me just what a strong and determined woman I am."
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CCAC Spotlight: Jessi Fasse
Her family's motto: “May Your Smile Change the World.”
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CCAC Spotlight: Amanda Terrazas
She endured 16 cleft surgeries as a girl. Now, nothing stops Amanda from living #CleftStrong.
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Riley Froomin is Baking, Talking, and Writing for Smiles
How Riley used her passions to get her whole community involved in raising money for smiles.
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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.