“Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you.” -Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The World of Children 2018 Awards Ceremony & Benefit was an incredible night! On Thursday, November 1, 2019 in New York City, Sandy Kemper and five others were honored for dedicating their lives to changing the future for vulnerable children.
History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of children. -Nelson Mandela
About
Since 2000, Smiles has served more than 60,000 needy children and adults with free oral hygiene services and education, while graduating over 37 indigenous dental hygienists. We currently partner with 42 nonprofit organizations including orphanages, burn centers and shelters.
We've been recognized internationally for our work, including most recently in 2016 receiving the Sunstar Foundation's World Dental Hygienist - Project Award.
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Our staff and volunteers change lives every day with their work in Bolivia. Our partners and others make this possible through invaluable donations.
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Thank you to the business that are sponsoring our 2024 Annual Fundraiser Event.
Thank you to the foundations below that have supported Smiles Forever programs over the years.