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About Molly Smiles Foundation

Molly was born in 2018 and was the sweetest, happiest baby. She would light up the room with her smiles and cheerful disposition. In 2019 she was diagnosed with a rare chromosomal abnormality called Angelman syndrome. Common symptoms of Angelman syndrome involve significant developmental delays, seizures, sleep disturbances, and lack of speech.  A prominent characteristic of people with Angelman syndrome is happiness and plenty of smiles. 

Molly's family then worked with multiple agencies to get Molly all the support and services possible, over time Molly was making amazing progress when she unexpectedly passed away in her sleep in November of 2022.

Molly and her family were fortunate to be connected with George Mark Children House, a vital resource during Molly's life as well as providing support during Molly's family's bereavement.

Molly Smiles Foundation was formed to support other families to navigate caring for a special needs child.

2024 GIVING CAMPAIGN:

GMCH YES Playground:

Typical playgrounds are designed for typically developing kids. Adaptive playground equipment is designed for kids with physical disabilities. But almost nowhere can kids with disabilities and their typically-developing siblings play together. George Mark Children’s House seeks to remedy that with the creation of a state-of-the-art inclusive and adaptive playground. 

The new playground will offer George Mark patients and families an array of interactive experiences, incorporating musical instruments, tactile elements, and even a swing that can accommodate a child’s wheelchair.

Molly Smiles Grant Program:

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Molly Smiles Grant Program, aiming to provide grants to 10 children with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities. The application period will open on February 1, 2025, and close on March 31, 2025. Last year, we recieved over 30 applications and thanks to the incredible support from our Giving Tuesday campaign and generous donors like you, were able to award additional grants, bringing even more smiles and support to deserving children.

MSF Giving Tuesday Impact 2023:

-Over $10,000 raised

-8 Smile Bags donated to George Mark Children's House patients

-Amazon Wish List Cleared

-Amazon gift cards donated to GMCH patient families

-Brownie Troop Community Service Project/Crafted Cards/Experiential Activities promoting Disability Awareness and Empathy

 

Giving Tuesday 2024 takes place on December 3rd!

It's never too early to support children with special needs - give a generous Molly Smiles Foundation donation. Last year we raised over $10,000, help us beat that in 2024!

This year, the MSF Giving Campaign is proudly raising funds to support:

  • The inclusive and accessible YES Playground at George Mark Children’s House
  • The 2025 Molly Smiles Grant Program

Thank you for helping us bring joy, support, and opportunities to children and families in need!

Donations can also be made through our PayPal Giving account, Venmo: @mollysmilesfoundation, and check! (Please make checks to Molly Smiles Foundation and mail to 696 San Ramon Valley Blvd. #247, Danville, CA 94526.

Giving Tuesday Donations

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It’s #GivingTuesday season!

Your gift on Giving Tuesday will help support the causes and goals of our organization.

What is Giving Tuesday?

GivingTuesday began in 2012 and is a special day dedicated to giving back to the causes meaningful to you. Each year, on the Tuesday following US Thanksgiving, people all over the world come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity by volunteering and donating.

You can be a part of our GivingTuesday campaign by joining your family, community or organization to come together to contribute. Then share with everyone you know that you celebrated #GivingTuesday and how they can pay it forward to bring more good into the world!