Smile for Me | Giving the smile back
11614147938
NSW 2031
smileforme.org.au
Smile For Me Limited is an Australian nonprofit organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). Founded under the stewardship of Maureen Eddison, the charity is dedicated to providing free surgical interventions for children in the Philippines born with cleft lip and palate deformities.
Mission and Activities
The organisation focuses on annual medical missions in Cebu, Philippines, where volunteer teams comprising doctors, dentists, nurses, and support staff deliver essential surgeries. Since 2001, the group has performed approximately 80 surgeries annually, prioritizing children from remote areas who face significant barriers to accessing healthcare.
Structure and Operations
Smile For Me Limited operates through volunteer-driven initiatives, relying on fundraising efforts in Australia to cover mission-related expenses. Activities include comedy nights, local band fundraisers, and community-driven campaigns such as Bake4ME and Blue Sunday collaborations. The charity works in partnership with international and local teams during its surgical missions.
Recognition and Impact
While specific awards are not detailed publicly, the organisation highlights individual success stories of children whose lives have been transformed through surgery. Its structured approach to fundraising and volunteer coordination underscores its commitment to sustainable healthcare interventions in underserved regions.
Governance
As a registered charity (ABN: 11614147938), Smile For Me Limited adheres to ACNC compliance standards, focusing on transparency in fundraising and mission outcomes. Annual reports and event updates are disseminated through its online platforms to maintain donor engagement.
[1] https://www.smileforme.org.au [2] https://www.smileforme.org.au/who-we-are/ [3] https://www.chuffed.org/project/smile-for-me-a-childrens-surgical-charity [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/03737883-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [5] https://www.smileforme.org.uk/january2025/
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Poslední komentáře
🌟 Amazing work, Smile For Me! Elias, Lovely Jean, Jake, and Christian are all shining examples of how your team is creating lasting change in the lives of these children. Can’t wait to see more smiles in 2023! 💖detail |
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🙌 So inspiring to see a charity dedicated to such a meaningful cause! Every smile counts, and the impact you’re making is truly heartwarming. Wishing you all the best for the upcoming mission! 🌈✨detail |
Poslední diskuze
What strategies can we implement to raise awareness and increase donations for Smile For Me Limited, especially in areas where cleft lip and palate conditions are less understood?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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How can we enhance our volunteer recruitment and training processes to ensure that all team members are effectively aligned with our mission and objectives while working in the Philippines?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
V okolí
4.5
NSW 2031
O společnosti
- G21, F20 -
Smile for ME is a childrens surgical charity that is dedicated to helping improve the lives of children in the Philippines born with cleft lip cleft palate deformity Smile for ME is a not for profit surgical charity run by the team of volunteers that undertake the surgical mission because we are passionate about helping the children in the Philippines. As we manage the charity every dollar donated goes towards the surgical mission. The Children Elias 3 year old Elias stole our hearts with his cheeky grin on our 1st day of screening. He came for a cleft lip repair in 2024 will return for a cleft palate repair in 2025.
Zneužívání alkoholu, drog a látek, závislost, prevence a léčba