Our Stories

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…

At Operation Smile, we’re more than a charity – we’re a family of compassionate individuals connected by the common thread of creating a positive impact in the lives of children…

Mornet is a precious boy. His mother and father are immigrants living in a Haitian community in the Dominican Republic. Having just grieved the tragic loss of their oldest child,…

Operation Smile is celebrating new smiles and the bright futures you have helped deliver to children like Efren, who have been patiently waiting for the care they so deserve. As…

On October 6th, Operation Smile is proudly joining the global commemoration of World Smile Day – an annual celebration since 1999. On this day, people hold events and activities –…

For National Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, we’re celebrating the resilient, brave, and vibrant children and families in our care who are wishing for new smiles – and…

Sandy was heartbroken to see how people treated Dilan differently. She thought her son was beautiful and wanted her community to look past his cleft condition. When Sandy saw her…

In the next 15 years, 2.2 million more surgeons, anesthetists and obstetricians will be required to ensure that 80% of the world’s population can access safe surgical treatment. For 40…