“I owe almost everything in my life to Operation Smile”
Anyone who sees Oscar biking through the bustling streets of Bogotá and walking into Universidad El Bosque with his backpack slung over his shoulder wouldn’t guess that doctors once predicted…
Madagascar
A Bright New Chapter
For four long years, Desire and Sergine’s hearts were heavy with worry for their little boy, Tommy. Born with a cleft lip, Tommy needed life-changing surgery, but the family’s modest…
Honduras
A Parent’s Love Knows No Bounds
Ana and Darwin were shocked when their precious daughter, Zoe, was born with a cleft lip. Despite feeling overwhelmed with worry, they began learning everything they could about Zoe’s condition.…
Small Steps, Big Impact: Transforming Children’s Lives
Every small stride toward change holds the power to yield profound impacts in the lives of many children. Every child, regardless of their background, deserves the fundamental right to access…
National Volunteer Week – Highlighting our SMILE Ambassadors
Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft condition, and every day, Canadian SMILE Ambassadors are volunteering their time to raise awareness and funds to help us deliver…
National Volunteer Week – Highlighting our Student Volunteers
This week, we are happy to highlight some of our incredible volunteers. They share their time, skills, and creativity, which is essential to the well-being of our global community. …
Morocco
National Volunteer Week – Highlighting our Program Volunteers
This National Volunteer Week, we are honoured to highlight some of our amazing program volunteers who are integral to all aspects of our work. Join us in recognizing and celebrating…
Canada
Student Clubs Change Lives
Operation Smile at Western University and the Importance of Being a Volunteer Smiles are not just expressions – they are the universal symbol of joy and hope. Operation Smile’s mission…