Gifts-In-Kind

Gifts-In-Kind Partners

Operation Smile began in 1982 as a small band of committed medical volunteers, led by our hearts to respond to human need. Over the years, we have developed strong partnerships with public and private organizations like Ethicon, Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies and Abbott Laboratories which have provided long-term support through in-kind contributions. These companies and organizations are more than just a resource, they are an integral part of the Operation Smile family.

Operation Smile is not only working to meet standards set forth by the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but has instituted stringent new safety measures and universal equipment requirements within the organization as well. Operation Smile does not accept any pharmaceuticals or supplies with less than one-year expiration date from the date of delivery. All products must be unopened and in their original packaging.

For more information about in-kind contributions, please email Dena Liston or call (757) 321-7624.

Donor Spotlight

Stratic

In November 2007, Stratic, a German luggage manufacturer, donated 48 lightweight trolleys to Operation Smile. Stratic’s innovative use of Aero-Bi-Laminate, used in the automobile industry, makes its trolleys ultra light, steady and strong. For the World Journey of Smiles, Operation Smile put Stratic’s highly acclaimed luggage to the test as 20 staff members and volunteers used the donated pieces to carry their luggage all over the world! Ed Basilio, Operation Smile’s warehouse packing and receiving manager, carried one of the trolleys to Vietnam. He was amazed at how easy it was “to maneuver in any kind of position; standing, leaning, or sideways.” Jann Shultz, Director of Donor Relations, experienced the Stratic's lightweight trolley on her mission to Ethiopia. Jann loved the spacious interior. “I worried about my ability to fit everything I needed into the case, yet there was some give and flexibility, allowing me to add my final shopping spree (Ethiopian Coffee) into my full suitcase.” Operation Smile is honored to have the support of companies like Stratic worldwide. In addition to their generous contribution, Stratic is committed to finding ways to increase awareness and "visibility" of Operation Smile in Germany.

Citigroup

Financial Times

Abbott Fund

Continental Airlines

Molnlycke Health Care

Datascope Corp.

Ethicon

Procter & Gamble

Globus Relief