Operation Smile
@operationsmile
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We are a global nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of patients and their communities by increasing access to safe surgery and comprehensive care.
Virginia Beach, VA
Joined January 2009
We’re excited to announce our film produced by @BBCStoryWorks as part of the #BeyondTheCode series! It highlights our use of #AI to enhance the surgical evaluation process for cleft conditions. Watch it now to see how AI is shaping the future of cleft care
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Share smiles this holiday season and bid on an autographed ornament from celebrities like @DarrenCriss! #celebritiesforsmiles @balsamhill @ebay @auctioncause
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@winterVerry1230 - thank you again for your generous gift in honor of @BTS_twt's Taehyung! Your support will change children's lives!.
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Earlier at @ConcordiaSummit, I saw Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, and @Ttall discuss the global mental health crisis among young people. They highlighted the importance of hope and resilience, with insights from some young @DianaAward winners! #Concordia24
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Bid on this ornament signed by @DarrenCriss for the Smiles Charity Auction that’s live on @ebay! You can bid on more than 50 one-of-a-kind, celebrity-autographed, holiday ornaments in both the U.S. or U.K in either dollars or pounds. @balsamhill
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Find your voice, and speak out. This was the overarching message self-made @YouTube stars the @MerrellTwins shared at #ISLC2018. They also stressed that each person has a unique voice — and the key is finding it, embracing it, and honing it for your audience. @OSStudPro
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@WendyWilliams @Bighill44 @AmerCleftPalate We appreciate your comment and willingness to encourage others to learn about our cause. To learn more about how we deliver safe surgery to people who need it most, please visit our website
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We are so grateful to have @Michael_Trevino #skiingforsmiles w/ us today! Thanks for #healingsmiles! #untilweheal
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WOW! Our Celebrity Ski & Smile Challenge raised over $550,000 to fund 2,000+ surgeries! THANK YOU to everyone who made this event a success.
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Photographer @brianbowensmith captured the smiles of celebrity supporters to raise awareness & funds! See more here:
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Since 2014, we've partnered with Balsam Hill for our annual #CelebritiesforSmiles campaign. We've raised more than $400,000 to help children with cleft conditions. Place a bid on an ornament signed by celebrities like @Y_Strahovski and @NathanFillion!
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Check out the amazing documentary, "Just Like You – Facial Anomalies"! This video by @JLYFilms gives children w/ facial anomalies the chance to share their stories & educate others about their conditions to end bullying! Please watch & share:
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“These children may never know your name, but they will never forget your kindness.”.— Dr. Bill Magee, Co-Founder.#DonorAppreciationWeek
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Fenesoa was constantly teased for her cleft lip, but her surgery stopped the bullying. #HealingSmiles #OperationSmile
http://t.co/3F61ukRQXZ.
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.@ThailandInsider is celebrating the International Day of Happiness by launching the #ThaiMillionSmiles campaign with @NigelBarker and @Michael_Trevino to benefit #OperationSmile. For more information on how to win a trip to Thailand visit
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Swiftly responding to burn victims in #Liberia from a gas tanker explosion, medical supplies and volunteers were sent to provide critical care. Your donations make these rapid responses and broader access to #surgicalcare for patients worldwide possible!
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Thanks so much to @AvrilLavigne and @InModeSolutions for their generous contributions to help children around the world and joining us at #FightNight in #LosAngeles!
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Bid on this ornament signed by @kelliepickler for the Smiles Charity Auction that’s live on @ebay! You can bid on more than 50 one-of-a-kind, celebrity-autographed, holiday ornaments in both the U.S. or U.K in either dollars or pounds. @balsamhill
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.@kateupton #nasimpedrad @whitneycummings @natashabdnfield #geenadavis @rosariodawson are all smiles at #SmileGala! http://t.co/ZJ9ypsBFqi.
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When Elba approached Lexxi’s bed after surgery she said, “I am really thankful to everybody who helped us. I am satisfied, I am happy.” Last month, Lexxi returned to our mission site for her second surgery. Stay tuned for more updates on Lexxi's journey to a new smile.
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"We each have a gift. It is up to us to find out how we can use that gift to help others." - Dr. Bill Magee #ConversationsforaCause #NerdHQ.
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On #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience, we celebrate women's role in #STEM. With our Women in Medicine (WIM) initiative, Operation Smile empowers women in #healthcare, fostering #genderequity. Let’s champion equal opportunities for women in health.
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In a little less than an hour, Tebatso's smile was transformed during a medical mission in #SouthAfrica. When he first saw himself after surgery with tears streaming down his face he said, "Now I look like my brothers."
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The work we do at Operation Smile is more than just surgery. All we do ties back to one simple commitment: When you have the opportunity to help a suffering child, you do it. It’s just the right thing. Share if you agree!. #OperationSmile #HealingSmiles
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Wishing the happiest of birthdays to #SmileAmbassador @ZacharyLevi! We can't thank you enough for your help #healingsmiles & changing lives!
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No one deserves to live in hiding, to be stripped of identity, humiliated and abused. We believe that every person is worthy of honor and respect and live a dignified life. That’s why we are committed to providing free, safe surgery to every child living with a #cleft condition.
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Happy Birthday to one of our favorite #nerds, #SmileAmbassador @ZacharyLevi! Thanks for all you do to change lives & #healsmiles! #NerdHQ
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We need to raise $10,000 by midnight Saturday, Nov. 9th to make sure we can mobilize the funds and supplies needed to provide critically needed #surgery and #medical support to #survivors of the #Philippines #Earthquake. Donate now
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“I always thought I would go to my grave with my #cleft lip. I give thanks to #OperationSmile for changing my life.” — 66-year-old Iddrisah
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Getting ready for the next race at our 7th annual Celebrity Ski & Smile Challenge in #ParkCity, Utah. @DarrenCriss @mattiseman @MiaVonGlitz
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Only 9 days left to bid on a @balsamhill ornament signed by your favorite celebrity! 100% of the proceeds will go toward helping children with cleft lip and cleft palate smile. These ornaments are signed by @martinamcbride @DarrenCriss and @NathanFillion
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Today we celebrate a truly generous, kind & loving soul. Happy Birthday to our amazing #SmileAmbassador @katewalsh!
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Thank you @AvrilLavigne for coming out to our #FightNight and presenting us with a $10,000 donation on behalf of @InModeSolutions!
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It's day 4 of surgery at our medical mission in #Morocco. So far this week the team has given 130 patients new smiles! 😊
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We've teamed up with @LAYS because we're on a mission to spread smiles. Every time you buy a Smile Bag, they'll make a donation to us - up to $1M! Thanks @DarrenCriss for sharing your #SmileWithLays!
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.@ZacharyLevi & @thenerdmachine help to #healsmiles through @AuctionCause on @ebay. Signed #NerdHQ16 memorabilia at
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Recently, in Colombia, we hosted our #LEA2024 student leadership conference, bringing together student volunteers from Latin America. The dynamic conference served as a nexus for emerging changemakers, empowering them through providing enriching experiences and skills.
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You help give children the gift of freedom from pain and suffering! Thank you to all of our supporters! #HealSmiles
http://t.co/mrvbEQYAqV.
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Tonight we present David Coleman & @ZacharyLevi of @thenerdmachine w/ the Corporate Humanitarian award! Truly humbled by your support!
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“Making one person smile can change the world; maybe not the whole world, but their world.” — Unknown .#UntilWeHeal #Ghana
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Around the world, health workers are working tirelessly to contain #COVID19 and risking their own lives to put patients first. This #WHWWeek, we salute you, we thank you, and we stand with you. RT to clap for our #HealthHeroes! #HealthWorkersCount 👏👏
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Just 3 days left to add some star power to your holiday decor! Join the @balsamhill #CelebritiesforSmiles auction:
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Smile Ambassadors @WValderrama and @TaylorKinney111 hitting the slopes at our #ParkCity Ski & Smile challenge last month. ⛷️
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"The honor is we get to be a part of something way bigger than us . We get to give a child hope by fixing their cleft." -@ZacharyLevi
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Today's the day: #WorldSmileDay! Celebrate with us by sharing what makes you smile on social media. Download the card, snap a selfie and tag a friend encouraging them to do the same. Visit for more ways to spread smiles. #20for20
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Thanks so much @VanessaMerrell and @veronicamerrell for speaking and performing at #ISLC2018! @MerrellTwins @OSStudPro 😇
We had the opportunity to speak at the #islc2018 for @operationsmile this year and we vlogged our experience! Please check out the video and think about donating! Anything helps 😁 . @veronicamerrell @MerrellTwins .
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July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month. Did you know that every three minutes a child is born with a #cleftlip or #cleftpalate? Watch this video and see how we're restoring our patient's dignity through surgery.
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Just 2 days left to place your bids at & support children's surgeries! #NerdHQ @ebay @ebay4charityUS @AuctionCause.
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The most common question we receive is: "How can I get involved?" To learn what you can do to help Operation Smile provide exceptional medical care to children around the world visit
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It’s the 4th year of @BalsamHill’s #CelebritiesForSmiles campaign & they have even more ornaments signed by your favorite celebrities up for auction! Place your bid via @ebay for your chance to win & help #healsmiles this holiday season:
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Over the past 3 years, @thenerdmachine's #NerdHQ has raised enough money for more than 1,600 @operationsmile surgeries! #IWantMyNerdHQ.
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Happy #GiveKidsASmile Day! Thank you to all our supporters who help children smile, today and everyday!
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@TheNerdMachine #healingsmiles w/ #NerdHQ @ebay auction http://t.co/8ONhY00dMu signed items by @ZacharyLevi @aishatyler @alan_tudyk & more!.
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The work we do at Operation Smile is more than just surgery. All we do ties back to one simple commitment: When you have the opportunity to help a suffering child, you do it. It’s just the right thing. Share if you agree!
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Ornaments are still being added to our @eBay #CelebritiesforSmiles auction, thanks to @balsamhill! Place your bid:
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When a volunteer asked Qi Xiu how she felt after surgery Qi Xiu said, “I am looking forward to taking my grandchildren to school and now no one will laugh at me.” #China
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"Let us always meet each other with a smile, for a smile is the beginning of love." - Mother Teresa #HealingSmiles
http://t.co/KMoVaVrueE.
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We're partnering with @LAYS and @JordinSparks because we're on a mission to spread smiles. #SmileWithLays
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Want to stay in the loop about our work healing smiles around the world? Sign up and you'll be the first to receive news, updates and heartwarming stories from #OperationSmile
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Happy Birthday @brookeburke! Thank you for all that you do for #OperationSmile as a dedicated Smile Ambassador!
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It's your last chance to bid on autographed @balsamhill ornaments from your favorite celebrities including @katewalsh @DarrenCriss @ChrissyMetz @GuyFieri @sammyhagar @JessicaSimpson @reba @StephenAtHome #TaylorKinney and others! #celebritiesforsmiles 🎄
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Give the gift of smiles today! Help us reach even more children by downloading the @donateaphoto app. With each photo shared, Johnson & Johnson will donate $1 to help support safe surgery for children with cleft!
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.@VPPilipinas & #SmileAmbassador @lenirobredo is the 1st gov't official to sign the #UntilWeHeal pledge! Join her:
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"We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.".#MotherTeresa #OperationSmile #HealingSmiles
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On #WorldHealthDay, I'm taking a stand for the billions of people around the world in need of #safesurgery!
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Thrilled to announce our partnership with @beastphilanthr!🎉 Check out their inspiring video showcasing the transformative impact of our work: Together, we're creating smiles and positive change on a global scale. #BeastPhilanthropySmiles.
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"I grew up as an orphan, so I understand the importance of caring for vulnerable children."
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After her cleft #surgery, 14-year-old Eugenie of #Rwanda can’t stop looking at herself in the mirror. #UntilWeHeal
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We believe every child suffering from cleft lip or cleft palate deserves exceptional surgical care. #HealingSmiles
http://t.co/IKWj2nxplE.
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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” .- Mahatma Gandhi #OperationSmile #Thailand
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"Oh, I’m very handsome now!" — Joseph.Learn how a new smile has helped Joseph's confidence soar!
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Meet Princess and her grandmother Kesta. Kesta is caring for Princess because her own mother could not take care of her. Kesta learned about Operation Smile and immediately decided that she would travel to our mission site to see if we could care for her granddaughter.
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Operation Smile is dedicated to increasing global access to essential #surgicalcare. After a gas tanker explosion in Liberia claimed 70 lives and caused severe burns, we collaborated with the Liberian government and #healthcare officials, sending prompt aid.
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This photo of Fu Yun after #cleftlip surgery made us smile! What made you #smile today? http://t.co/qaSaVFYIF7.
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THANK YOU to @thenerdmachine & @ZacharyLevi for #healingsmiles through Conversations for a Cause at #NerdHQ!
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Because of our compassionate donors, Jandevan of #Brazil can play soccer without the fear of being teased! #DonorAppreciationWeek
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"Love is a choice, to make someone else's problem your problem." -CEO & Co-Founder Dr. Bill Magee #WednesdayWisdom
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Five years after cleft #surgery, Lisette of the #DominicanRepublic is smiling brighter than ever! #UntilWeHeal
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We're honored to host 550 student leaders for #islc2016 over the next week! Welcome to San Diego, CA! #untilweheal
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After 17 years of waiting, Faustia got some good #SaturdayMorning news. She will receive surgery this week in #Ghana!
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TONIGHT: Tune in to @FoodNetwork at 8/7c to support @brookeburke as she competes for #OperationSmile on #CupcakeWars
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Retweet IF you agree every child deserves access to #safesurgery. Children are at the #heart of everything we do!
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Since 2014, we've partnered with Balsam Hill for our annual #CelebritiesforSmiles campaign. We've raised more than $400,000 to help children with cleft conditions. Place a bid on an ornament signed by celebrities like @DarrenCriss and @ZacharyLevi!
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Where are the @ThisIsUS fans? Get your very own autographed ornament from the one and only @ChrissyMetz! #celebritiesforsmiles @balsamhill @ebay @auctioncause
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The competition is heating up, @balsamhill ornaments with the top 3 highest bids are @NathanFillion, @ZacharyLevi & @HandmaidsOnHulu’s cast ornament signed by @Y_Strahovski #ElisabethMoss & #JosephFiennes! Place your bids until 12/9 at
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.@DarrenCriss and @NBCTheVoice's @ryaninnes giving heartfelt performances during the #ParkCity Celebrity Ski & Smile Challenge at the St. Regis Deer Valley last month.
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Alfred lived for 52 years with his cleft condition. He never knew surgery was possible until one day a patient advocate knocked on his door and let him know that #OperationSmile could provide him with free, safe surgery. #mega4 #Madagascar
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