Fulfilling Holiday Wishes for Older and Disabled Adults in Our Community

Our SmileMakers mobilize community support to provide holiday gifts to older and disabled adults in skilled nursing and residential care facilities every year.

Thousands of older adults are isolated and alone, having no family and friends with whom they can share special moments like the holidays.
Since 1987, our SmileMakers have coordinated with our LTC Ombudsmen to provide individually wrapped gifts to thousands of long-term care residents who would otherwise be forgotten.

SmileMakers are making a difference!

6,000
Holiday Gifts Delivered
1,800+
Volunteer Hours
460
Volunteers

Watch our Impact

Workplace & Employee Giving

To be a part of SmileMakers program, please contact Jamie Cansler at 714-479-0122 or [email protected].

  • 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. Reach out to our Development Team 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.

  • Host an In-Kind Angel Tag Drive. SmileMakers is always in need of gifts. Host an in-kind donation drive for items like lap blankets, socks, or sweat suit sets to brighten an aging adult’s holiday season. Contact us for a current list of needed items or to coordinate a drive,

  • Volunteer. Help us bring smiles! Volunteer with us to assemble and distribute holiday gifts or support a SmileMakers event. Visit our volunteer page to learn more or contact us.

  • 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.

Corporate Giving

For groups wishing to sponsor 25+ gifts for lonely older adults this holiday season, visit our Amazon SmileMakers Registry.
Questions? Please contact Jamie Cansler at 714-479-0122 or [email protected]

Help Fulfill A Senior’s Wish

Learn how you can get involved and bring a smile to someone in need. Contact Jamie Cansler at (714) 479-0107 or email [email protected], or submit the form below.
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A Special Thank You To Our Sponsors

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