Donate TODAY. Your tax-deductible donation helps SmileMakers bring joy to older adults in Southern California. Every dollar supports programs that provide essential resources, connection, and comfort to low-income, isolated people through personalized holiday gifts. Donate Now.

Support a SmileMakers Fundraising Event. Our corporate sponsors shine as integral supporters of SmileMakers’ signature fundraising events. Contact our Development Team (hyperlink to email: [email protected]) to discuss how your donation can enhance these events while bringing brand recognition, attendee engagement, and volunteer opportunities for your employees.

Host a Lunch & Learn for Your Employees. Invite our team for a one-hour lunch and learn to hear more about the ways SmileMakers spreads joy and connection to local aging adults. Gather your team with their lunch – we’ll provide the stories.

SmileMakers Volunteer. Help us bring smiles! Volunteer with us throughout the year at monthly SmileMakers meetings where we prepare for the holiday season starting in February. We meet on the 2^nd Monday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. At these meetings, you will be cutting the holiday paper, preparing the ribbons, making holiday cards, assembling puzzle kits for distribution of holiday gifts in December and building new friendships! Visit our volunteer page to learn more or contact us.

Host an In-Kind Angel Tag Drive. SmileMakers is always in need of gift sponsors. You could donate a gift, or host an in-kind donation drive for items such as the following:

Lap blanket 60”x70”

Lightweight Jacket

Cardigan Sweater

White T-Shirts (3)

Colored T-Shirts (3)

Puzzle/Coloring Kit – each kit contains 4 or more items large Print Word Search, Sudoku, Adult Coloring Book and Coloring Pencils/Pens

SmileMakers has an Amazon Registry titled, “SmileMakers Holiday Gift Wishlist” where you can purchase the above needed gifts.

Become a SmileMakers Ambassador. Spread the word about SmileMakers’ impact on local aging adults! Share your support on social media and tag us @SmileMakers. Let’s inspire others to help make a difference in the lives of older adults in our community.