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Community Cares Celebration

Community Cares Celebration

August 22, 2024
4 - 6:30 p.m.

Operation Smile Headquarters
3641 Faculty Boulevard
Virginia Beach, Virginia

In communities around the world, Operation Smile not only treats cleft conditions but also nurtures hope through comprehensive care. Our Community Cares Garden stands as a testament to our commitment to addressing food insecurity and promoting nutrition, ensuring that every individual — especially the youngest among us — has the opportunity to thrive. Join us for the official garden ribbon cutting to celebrate and remind each other that when we work together, we can create a world where every smile is nurtured from the inside out!
A student shares a presentation at camp.

ILC Young Scholars Program: STEMpower Camp

August 12 - 16, 2024

Operation Smile's Interactive Learning Center
3641 Faculty Boulevard
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Operation Smile is committed to empowering young women in healthcare by sparking a passion for STEM! This week of hands-on learning is a program is specifically tailored to girls, aiming to inspire and prepare the next generation of women in medicine.
Championing Change

Championing Change: Advocacy for Global Surgery Challenges

September 4, 2024
3 p.m. CET (GMT+1)

Virtual Webinar

Engage with Global Surgery Advocacy Fellowship Fellows as they share their innovative advocacy projects to strengthen surgical care in underserved regions, where up to 94% of people have limited access to surgical care. This webinar, presented by the Nkafu Policy Institute, Operation Smile and the University of Global Health Equity, will explore how we can improve global health outcomes.
Texas

8th Annual Houston Smile Gala

September 14, 2024
Houston, Texas

With an estimated 300+ supporters in attendance, this glamorous, star-studded evening will celebrate the hundreds of thousands of life-changing surgeries provided by Operation Smile in more than 30 countries around the globe since 1982. Notable past attendees and award recipients include Harrison Ford, Henry Golding, Zachary Levi, Jessica Simpson, Pritika Swarup, Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, and Amazon Studios Head Jennifer Salke.
New York

Celebrating the Lladró and Operation Smile Partnership

October 10, 2024
New York, New York

Join Lladró and Operation Smile in New York City to celebrate 20 years of partnership in bringing smiles to children worldwide
The Puppet Friends

The Puppet Friends Smile Show

September 14, 2024
11 - 11:45 a.m.

Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce Street
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Embark on a heartwarming journey through story and song alongside Operation Smile’s Puppet Friends born with cleft lip and cleft palate. Part of Zeiders Family Series, this play will inspire little learners to be more kind through the power of empathy.
A pumpkin surrounded by fallen leaves.

Fall SmileFest

November 16, 2024

Operation Smile Headquarters
3641 Faculty Boulevard
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Join Operation Smile for a cozy fall evening under the stars celebrating hope and smiles! Featuring local artisans, food trucks, musicians, kids’ crafts and tastings from local breweries and wineries. Admission is free. Vendor and sponsor registration coming soon.
People gather for a CommUnity event.

Smile NORFOLK

October 17, 2024
6 - 9 p.m.

Assembly Rooftop
400 Granby Street
Norfolk, Virginia

Join us for an immersive experience where community, creativity and cause converge at Smile NORFOLK. Hosted by Operation Smile in partnership with Assembly and local community leaders, this special event celebrates the spirit of collaboration and the collective power of smiles that have been the heartbeat of our headquarters for over four decades. Enjoy lite bites, refreshments and an evening filled with creativity, music and cultural performances in celebration of our patients served around the world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect locally, helping to make a difference globally!

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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.