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Candace Mauck and Troy Reinhart smiling at a Team Empower event
United States
Jan 10, 2023

My Marathon Summer

Our Manager of Team EMPOWER reflects on three marathons in three weeks

Jim Rowe running in a triathlon in September 2022
United States
Nov 9, 2022

This Pastor and Triathlete with a Cleft Knows the Meaning of Endurance

Jim Rowe shares a truth it took him nearly 40 years to internalize

Craig Bachrodt running the Leadville 100
United States
Oct 27, 2022

“I Found My ‘Why’”: Craig Bachrodt Runs 100 Miles in 29 Hours in Honor of Moms

An unforgettable story of grit, guts, and determination

Eric with the other Team EMPOWER runners for the New York Half
United States
May 10, 2022

Half Marathon, Whole Hearts

Three women help others by helping themselves with Team EMPOWER
The Mollette family
United States
Jan 6, 2022

The Mollettes Don’t Do Things Halfway

Full Hearts. Full Marathons. Full Smiles.
Pam with Susie and a patient
United States
May 21, 2021

Pamela Sheeran on Smile Train’s Investment in Expanding Non-Surgical Cleft Care

An interview with the woman behind our comprehensive cleft care programs.
Smile Train fundraiser crosses finish line
United States
Dec 28, 2020

Virtual Marathons, Real Lives Saved

When endurance events got canceled around the world, these Smile Train supporters ran anyway.

Ride for Smile Train logo
United States
Nov 23, 2020

Ride for Smile Train: Home Edition Passes Every Marker for Success

410 riders in 19 countries raise $66,000+ for life-changing cleft treatment.
Group of Smile Train fundraisers in matching smile shirts
United States
Jul 22, 2020

Team EMPOWER’s 24 Hour Run for Smiles Races Past its Goal

The plan was simple: Raise $12,500 by having someone, somewhere, running or walking for smiles every minute of the day July 1.

Mark Lent with medal from Chicago Marathon
United States
Jan 14, 2020

Mark Goes the Extra Smile

When he turned 30, Mark knew he had to turn his life around and get fit. Thanks to Team EMPOWER, his good decision is also changing the lives of children in need around the world.

Dr Lawrence headshot
United States
Sep 11, 2019

Team EMPOWER Spotlight: Dr. Clayton Lawrence

We interview Smile Train Team EMPOWER member Dr. Clayton Lawrence.

Kathryn Rodriguez and family
United States
Sep 26, 2018

A Second Attempt in the Second City

Kathryn Rodriguez signs up to run the Chicago Marathon for her brother and daughter 

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