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Stories You Make Possible

Stories You Make Possible

Explore Operation Smile stories from around the world highlighting the courage of patients and their families, the dedication of our volunteers and staff, and the generosity of supporters like you.

Mexico

Keeping Our Promise: Mexico Medical Missions

In response to September's devastating earthquakes, generous Operation Smile supporters pull through for Mexican children in need of cleft surgery.
Thailand

Double the Smiles

When twin brothers Lak and Ou were born with cleft conditions, their parents were devastated. Then, surgeries from Operation Smile changed everything.
United States

Restoring Dignity in Our Patients

VIDEO: We believe that everyone is worthy of honor and respect – to be able to smile, feel a sense of pride and live a dignified life.
Honduras

I Am Operation Smile: Stephany Martínez

VIDEO: Operation Smile Honduras Patient Coordinator Stephany Martínez plays a critical role in bringing patients to care.
Ghana

The Extra Mile

First as a nonmedical volunteer then becoming a regional manager for Operation Smile, Sabrina Ghiddi's passion is serving Ghanaians affected by cleft.
Ghana

Healing More Patients Than Ever

VIDEO: The story of Operation Smile Ghana’s first local medical mission as told by volunteers and staff as they make history.
Ghana

A Pioneer’s Impact

Under the medical leadership of Dr. Opoku Ampomah, Operation Smile Ghana has expanded its reach to new patients and medical volunteers alike.
Morocco

When Children Regain Hope: Siham's Story of Healing

VIDEO: “I always wondered why I was born like this and if anyone would ever come to save me."
Honduras

The Commitment: Don Alex’s Story, Part 2

VIDEO: After Operation Smile gave his son surgery, Don Alex set out to find every person living with an untreated cleft condition he possibly could and inspired a patient advocacy program.

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Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft condition. Your gift today will help transform lives and increase access to essential surgical care.