Smile Network International

Smile Network International

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Smile Network International is a non-profit organization.

Smile Network is a Minnesota-based non-profit, humanitarian organization that provides life altering, reconstructive surgeries and related healthcare services to impoverished children and young adults in developing countries. In the space of 45 minutes and for just $500, Smile Network can provide a child with a happier, healthier future.

02/10/2025

There are limited spots left for the 2025 Portuguese Camino, happening from August 31st to September 10th!

Register for the information session on Tuesday, February 18th at 5:30 PM by emailing [email protected] or calling the Smile Network office at (612) 377-1800.

12/27/2024

It's not too late to make your year-end donation to help fund cleft lip and cleft palate surgeries in 2025!
Visit https://www.smilenetwork.org/donate/ to make an impact today!

12/21/2024

This holiday season, you can give the gift of hope by making a donation. Every dollar helps provide life-altering surgeries for children in need. Visit https://www.smilenetwork.org/donate/ to make your impact today.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Wishing you love, laughter, and cheer this holiday season! 🎁❄️🎄

12/19/2024
11/21/2024

Today is !!

For as little as $500, Smile Network can provide a life-changing surgery for a child like Kelly, whose needs might otherwise go unmet. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the dedication of hundreds of volunteers, Smile Network has been able to provide over 4,500 surgeries worldwide over the past 20 years.

Give a gift of a smile: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Smile-Network-International

11/20/2024

Smile Network International is committed to transforming the lives of children born with cleft lips and palates. Join us in making a lasting impact this Give to the Max Season!

Give a gift of a smile: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Smile-Network-International

Every dollar of your tax-deductible gift will go directly toward giving a child the gift of a smile.

11/15/2024

❄️A Holiday Smile Network Story: Kelly's Life-Changing Surgeries❄️
Read more about her story: https://www.smilenetwork.org/2024/10/29/a-new-beginning-for-kelly/

9th Annual Zumbathon 11/11/2024

Join us this Saturday, November 16th at 3PM CST for the 9th Annual Zumbathon - featuring ZJ Markee and local zins - benefitting Smile Network International.

100% of proceeds will be designated to providing life-altering cleft lip and cleft palate surgeries to impoverished children and adults during the 2025 Smile Network Surgical Mission schedule.

Bring your friends and family! Kids under 12 years old get in for free!

Buy your early bird tickets today or on the day of the event! T-shirts are also available for purchase on the day of the event.

9th Annual Zumbathon Get ready to dance, sweat, and smile at the 9th Annual Zumbathon benefitting Smile Network International!

Photos from Smile Network International's post 11/04/2024

Join us on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 for an informational meeting about the 2025 Portuguese Camino Trek!

Smile Network International organizes adventure travel trips to breathtaking locations around the world several times a year. Philanthropic adventure-seekers raise both awareness and funds for Smile Network’s efforts, culminating in the journey of a lifetime.

The Portuguese Camino is a 75-mile trek that starts in the northern Portuguese village of Valença and concludes in Santiago, Spain. Over six days, trekkers will journey through charming villages, farmlands, and scenic moss and eucalyptus forests. After each day's hike, you'll retreat to the comfort of a 5-star hotel and spa. Midway through the adventure, the group will transition to a luxurious rural farmhouse, and at the journey’s end, you'll stay in the historic old city of Santiago, Spain.

The trek is limited to 12-14 participants and fills up quickly each year. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

2025 Trek Dates
Trek 1: August 31st –September 10th, 2025 (Limited Space Available!)
Trek 2: September 9th–19th, 2025(SOLD OUT!)

Informational Meeting Details
Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM CST
Location: 108 W14th St., Minneapolis, MN 55403

RSVP: Please email [email protected] or call 612.377.1800 to reserve your spot.

10/29/2024

In 2020, a global pandemic raged as we watched in disbelief. International borders were closed forcing a suspension of Smile Network International’s (SNI) surgical campaigns around the world.

What we thought would be a 13 week suspension evolved into months and years of recovery from the Covid virus.

Amid the pandemic, the Smile Network Board of Directors quickly shifted focus to meet the needs of the disparate and underserved communities closer to home. SNI expanded services to provide dental care to marginalized rural communities in the United States and stayed dedicated to our commitment of providing surgical cleft care to children abroad.
Since then, Smile Network has continued our surgical cleft campaigns in the communities of Atitlan in Guatemala and in Mexico City, Acapulco and Ajijic Mexico, providing 157 children with the priceless gift of a smile.

Today, we are proud to announce that after three years of development, SNI has successfully completed our first Oral Health Campaign in Standing Rock in South Dakota. In the United States, we have a nationwide shortage of dental professionals and nowhere is this more apparent than in rural communities and on U.S. Tribal Lands. Just last week, 167 students from kindergarten through eighth grade received Dental Care through our partnership with Boger Dental. Because of lack of access to care, many of these children had never seen a dentist. More than 60 children had needs identified as urgent and if not treated their conditions can and will result in serious illness, health complications and emergency care including hospitalization.

As the holiday season approaches we are especially grateful for our community of supporters who have funded, volunteered, celebrated and advocated for Smile Network's life-changing work. We invite you to consider a holiday donation and join us in providing care for those in our local and global community facing challenges and adversity, so that no child is forgotten.

Thank you for your unwavering support. For more information go to www.smilenetwork.org or to donate go to https://www.smilenetwork.org/donate/

Photos from Smile Network International's post 10/14/2024

Join us on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 for an informational meeting about the 2025 Portuguese Camino Trek!

Smile Network International organizes adventure travel trips to breathtaking locations around the world several times a year. Philanthropic adventure-seekers raise both awareness and funds for Smile Network’s efforts, culminating in the journey of a lifetime.

The Portuguese Camino is a 75-mile trek that starts in the northern Portuguese village of Valença and concludes in Santiago, Spain. Over six days, trekkers will journey through charming villages, farmlands, and scenic moss and eucalyptus forests. After each day's hike, you'll retreat to the comfort of a 5-star hotel and spa. Midway through the adventure, the group will transition to a luxurious rural farmhouse, and at the journey’s end, you'll stay in the historic old city of Santiago, Spain.

The trek is limited to 12-14 participants and fills up quickly each year. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

2025 Trek Dates

Trek 1: August 31st –September 10th, 2025 (Limited Space Available!)
Trek 2: September 9th–19th, 2025(SOLD OUT!)

Informational Meeting Details

Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM CST
Location: 108 W14th St., Minneapolis, MN 55403
RSVP: Please email [email protected] or call 612.377.1800 to reserve your spot.

Learn more about one of the most beautiful treks in the world while supporting Smile Network's life-changing work!

9th Annual Zumbathon 10/04/2024

Join us on Saturday, November 16th at 3PM CST for the 9th Annual Zumbathon - featuring ZJ Markee and local zins - benefitting Smile Network International.

100% of proceeds will be designated to providing life-altering cleft lip and cleft palate surgeries to impoverished children and adults during the 2025 Smile Network Surgical Mission schedule.

Bring your friends and family! Kids under 12 years old get in for free!

Buy your tickets today or on the day of the event! T-shirts are also available for purchase on the day of the event.

9th Annual Zumbathon Get ready to dance, sweat, and smile at the 9th Annual Zumbathon benefitting Smile Network International!

09/30/2024

A second group of Adventure Travel trekkers set off on a memorable journey along the Camino de Santiago to raise awareness and funds for families assisted by Smile Network. Their dedicated efforts resulted in funds being raised for life-changing surgeries for 50 children and adults born with cleft lips and palates, as part of our 2025 surgical campaigns. Their remarkable accomplishments highlight both their unwavering commitment and the significant impact of their efforts.

Thank you to Connie Davis, Maria Anderson, Geoff and Christie Andersen, Beth Hoffman, Maika Schuster, Julie Whitted, and guide Greg Frankenfield. We appreciate the support from the trekkers and their donors!

09/26/2024

This September, a group of Adventure Travel trekkers set out on an unforgettable journey along the Camino de Santiago to raise awareness and funds for families served by Smile Network. Through their efforts, they raised funds to provide life-changing surgeries for 67 children and adults born with cleft lips and palates on upcoming 2025 Smile Network surgical campaigns. Their dedication and accomplishments have been truly extraordinary.

Thank you to Katie Porfidio, Elana Gonzalez Becerra, Ingrid Ortega, Dena Mielzarek, Monique Jane, Amy Malinski, Megan Coit, Dana Rose, Kierstin Justinger, Rachael Moir and Flora Brama and the donors who supported their efforts!

07/10/2024

The 2024 Scramble Fore Smiles Golf Tournament is just a couple weeks away. Don't miss out on the Early Bird pricing! To register, visit 2024GOLF-SNI.eventbrite.com.

06/26/2024

It's not too late to register for the 2024 Scramble Fore Smiles Golf Tournament! Visit 2024GOLF-SNI.eventbrite.com to register today.

06/12/2024

Don't forget to register for the 2024 Scramble Fore Smiles Golf Tournament⛳️

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Friday 9am - 2pm
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