| Organization Name |
Nurturing Smiles |
| Organization Location |
Pennsylvania |
| Website |
www.nurturingsmiles.org |
| Social Media – Facebook |
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082068925470 |
| Social Media – Instagram |
https://www.instagram.com/nurturing_smiles |
| What is your Mission Statement? |
At Nurturing Smiles, our mission is to break down barriers to access, cost, and quality of oral health care for low-income mothers and their families in Pennsylvania. We accomplish this by providing holistic health education and delivering low-to-no-cost dental treatment through our mobile clinic, ensuring families receive the care they need to thrive. |
| Who do you serve? What IMPACT are you making in your community? |
At Nurturing Smiles, we proudly serve low-income mothers, children, and families across Pennsylvania, focusing on communities that face significant barriers to preventive dental care. Our mission is to ensure that every family has access to the resources, education, and care they need to achieve lasting oral health and overall well-being.
Our impact comes to life through a series of targeted, community-centered initiatives:
The Love Mothers Initiative provides pregnant women in local shelters with free maternal dental health education, oral cancer screenings, fluoride varnish treatments, and comforting home-cooked dinners, nurturing both their physical and emotional health.
Free Sealant Saturdays deliver essential preventive dental care to children ages 13 and under, including dental exams, sealant applications, and fluoride varnish, helping protect young smiles and fostering healthy habits early on.
The Dental Plate Initiative bridges nutritional gaps during the summer by offering healthy meals and education on the connection between diet and oral health, promoting lifelong wellness for children and families.
Our Annual Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway prepares students for success by providing school supplies, dental kits, and free screenings, alongside family-friendly activities and connections to valuable community resources.
The MLK Day “I Have a Dream” Initiative, held annually on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, honors Dr. King’s legacy by providing free preventive dental care to children ages 16 and under, extending care to families who need it most.
Currently, we offer low-to-no-cost preventive dental services at Miriam Medical Clinic in South Philadelphia, where we provide crucial care to families who might otherwise go without.
Through these initiatives, Nurturing Smiles is breaking down barriers to care, educating families, and creating a ripple effect of healthier, more confident communities. We believe every smile restored is a step toward brighter futures and thriving families. |
| How can people who are interested help your organization? |
There are many ways to support Nurturing Smiles and help us expand our mission of providing accessible, quality oral health care to underserved families:
1. Volunteer: Whether you’re a dental professional, student, or community member, your time and skills can make a significant difference. Volunteers assist with clinic days, community events like Free Sealant Saturdays, and outreach efforts such as our Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway.
2. Donate: Financial contributions sustain and grow our initiatives, helping us fund critical programs like The Dental Plate and the Love Mothers Initiative. Every donation, no matter the size, directly impacts the families we serve and helps eliminate barriers to care.
3. In-Kind Contributions: We gladly accept donations of dental supplies, school supplies, and healthy snacks for our events. These contributions directly support our programs and enhance the experiences of the families we serve.
4. Spread the Word: Sharing our mission on social media, with friends, or at community gatherings helps raise awareness and ensures we can reach more families in need of our services.
5. Become a Partner: Businesses, schools, and community organizations can collaborate with us to host events, provide resources, or sponsor programs, allowing us to amplify our impact and serve more families.
By joining forces, we can create a healthier, brighter future for families across Pennsylvania. Whether you give your time, resources, or financial support, every contribution helps us bring smiles and transform lives. |
| Anything else you would like to share? |
At Nurturing Smiles, we are more than a dental nonprofit—we are a beacon of hope for families who often feel overlooked in the healthcare system. Every initiative we create, from Love Mothers to The Dental Plate, is guided by our belief that oral health is essential to overall well-being and that every family deserves access to care, no matter their circumstances.
What sets us apart is our holistic approach: we don’t just provide care; we educate, empower, and build trust within the communities we serve. Whether we’re delivering preventive services at Miriam Medical Clinic, hosting Free Sealant Saturdays, or preparing students for success through our Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway, our work is about restoring more than smiles—it’s about restoring confidence and fostering healthier futures.
We are driven by compassion, equity, and a deep commitment to serving our community. As we expand our reach and strengthen our programs, we remain focused on creating meaningful, lasting change in the lives of those we serve.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us bring health, hope, and happiness to families across Pennsylvania. |
