Supporters

They Can Choose Any Charity In the World to Support

Here's Why They Choose Smile Train

Candice Bergen

Actor

“In many of the world’s poorest countries, and under very difficult conditions, The Smile Train is bringing new smiles—and new hope—to thousands of children that have no place else to turn. The Smile Train brings these children free surgery that changes their lives. And free training and education for local doctors so that these very poor but very proud communities can become self-sufficient.”


Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter

Actor

"As a mother of two young children, it breaks my heart to know millions of children are suffering with unrepaired clefts. Please join me in helping The Smile Train help hundreds of thousands of children who have no place else to turn."


Christie Brinkley

Former American Supermodel

"When you smile, the world smiles with you. Thank you Smile Train for giving so many children a whole new world of happiness."


Tom Brokaw

Former Anchor & Managing Editor, NBC Nightly News

"The Smile Train is one of the best humanitarian projects I've ever encountered. The work is real. The results are enduring. The gratification is limitless. I would encourage anyone who cares about children to support this idea and help make it happen."


George H. W. Bush

41st President of the United States

"The Smile Train helps hundreds of thousands of children who are currently living desperate lives of shame and isolation. And The Smile Train helps promote better understanding and good will between countries."


Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert

Television Host

Smile Train is even better than the Love Train, the Peace Train, and the Crazy Train.


Kevin Connolly

Kevin Connolly

Actor

"What could be better than helping a little kid smile for the first time? I bet it puts a smile on your face too."


The Late Walter Cronkite

Former Managing Editor & Anchor

"It's hard to believe that something that costs so little and happens so fast can have such a big impact. This life-changing surgery provides these children with a new smile and the promise of a new future. And a second chance at life that they never thought they'd get."


Jane Kaczmarek

Actor

“Supporting The Smile Train’s work is such a tangible way to know you’re making a difference in a child’s life. Thank you to The Smile Train for giving us the opportunity to make a life by giving a life.”


Colin Powell

Former U.S. Secretary of State

“By helping the children of the poorest people living in the world’s poorest places, The Smile Train is showing the world what America is truly all about.”


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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Actress, Smile Train Goodwill Ambassador

"God has given me plenty of reasons to smile and I feel it's time to spread it around. There are a lot of children out there who so desperately need help, but can’t receive timely care because their families cannot afford this surgery or are ill-educated about this condition. Working with Smile Train, if I can make a difference in their lives, it will certainly make me feel honored and blessed."


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Hilary Swank

Actor

“Having a humble beginning myself, I know how it feels to not fit in. I can only imagine the pain and heartbreak these kids face every day. My hope is that we can give each and every one a beautiful smile.”


Alex Trebek

Host of JEOPARDY!

"I have seen first-hand how difficult life can be for these children and their families in developing countries. I really appreciate the tremendous impact this surgery can have. It’s not often you get the opportunity to help someone so much…for so little money."


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Robin Williams

Actor, Comedian

"There are a million different ways to make someone laugh, but I must say, The Smile Train is one of the best ways I have ever seen to help someone smile."


Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

11th President of India

At a function to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Smile Train India, former President of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam talks about the success of Smile Train, the virtues of doctors and the need to reach a million Indian children still suffering from cleft and palate defects.