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03/14/2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Redmond, OR - A Smile for Kids (ASK), a non-profit organization that funds braces for children in all...
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A Smile for Kids
- Mar 22
The Power of Self-Confidence: Carly's Journey
Carly was a bright 14-year-old girl with aspirations and dreams like any other teenager. However, her self-consciousness about her...
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A Smile for Kids
- Mar 16
Why Should I Sponsor a Smile?
The "Sponsor a Smile" program from A Smile for Kids (ASK) is a charitable initiative that aims to help children with severe orthodontic...
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A Smile for Kids
- Mar 15
Smiles that Transform Lives
The Impact of Orthodontic Treatment on Teen Mental Health and Self-esteem Orthodontic treatment is often regarded as a rite of passage...
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A Smile for Kids
- Jan 31
ASK Radio Interview - Oregon's New Orthodontic Benefit
The second installment (Part Deux) of the ASK radio interview with Dave Clemens from Horizon Broadcasting is now ready. During this...
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A Smile for Kids
- Jan 31
ASK Radio Interview - Who Is ASK?
The world-class radio personality (and very funny) Dave Clemens, representing the five major radio stations in Central Oregon through...
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A Smile for Kids
- Jan 5
New Process for Applying to ASK
The new Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid Orthodontic benefit took effect on January 1, 2023. The ASK program is available for kids 11-17 years...
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A Smile for Kids
- Dec 27, 2022
New Oregon Medicaid Orthodontic Benefit Effective 1/1/2023
Braces by Dr. Walle at Klamath Falls Orthodontics
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A Smile for Kids
- Feb 17, 2022
Bottledrop Bags for A Smile for Kids – Get Your Free Bags Today
Donating to a nonprofit organization can be a big challenge when you really believe in what they do, but your finances are limited. This...
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A Smile for Kids
- Jan 13, 2022
Oregon's Orthodontists Donate $135,404 in Services to ASK in 2021
A Smile for Kids (ASK) has been incredibly lucky to receive support from over 52 Orthodontic locations in Oregon in 2021, in the form of...
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A Smile for Kids
- Jan 10, 2022
ASK Testifies during Oregon Health Policy Board Public Comment
Our comments were submitted during the public's open comment period at the OHPB meeting on 1/4/21. Public comment around Oregon's 1115...
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A Smile for Kids
- Dec 29, 2021
Crypto Donations in the Works
It's nearly 2022 and just about anyone who is dipping their toe in the investment world is aware of Crypto currencies, blockchains, NFTs,...
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A Smile for Kids
- Oct 29, 2021
ASK Receives $10,000 from the Daugherty Family Fund via OCF
A Smile for Kids is incredibly grateful for the support that the Daugherty Family Fund has shown through their generous donation to A...
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A Smile for Kids
- Oct 29, 2021
Testimony Submitted to the Health Evidence Review Commission for OHA - Meeting November 18, 2021
Medicaid Should Cover Treatment for Handicapping Malocclusion in Children A Smile for Kids A Smile for Kids (ASK) provides equitable...
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A Smile for Kids
- Oct 28, 2021
Expanded Orthodontic coverage on the Table for Oregon Health Plan
Oregon’s Medicaid program might expand its limited orthodontic coverage to include treatment for severe, or "handicapping," cases of...
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A Smile for Kids
- Sep 14, 2021
Help A Smile for Kids Raise $$$$
A Local mortgage company, Mann Mortgage, in Redmond, Oregon is giving away money to two non-profit organizations each quarter of the...
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A Smile for Kids
- Apr 30, 2021
ASK April Newsletter
ASK would like to welcome our new members! The photo below shows, left to right: Michael Vendrame, Diane Lee, Maren Halsey, and Christian...
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A Smile for Kids
- Oct 14, 2020
Benefits of a Giving Account - Create a Legacy
Growing the American tradition of philanthropy is at the heart of our mission, and we are proud that two-thirds of our donors say they...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 28, 2020
A Smile for Kids - FAQ
A Smile for Kids Mission: Improving the self-confidence, health and resilience of underserved youth throughout Oregon by providing...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 19, 2020
Update on Matching Fundraising Funds As Of 08/19/20
You might recall that ASK had a generous donor challenge us to raise $50,000 in 2020 which they would then match - resulting in a total...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 19, 2020
Equitable Access in Orthodontics - Webinar
Did you miss A Smile for Kids webinar "Equitable Access in Orthodontics"? if so, here's your chance to catch the recorded version where...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 19, 2020
Mercedes - Update
With hair nearly two foot long, Mercedes knew she had something that other people could only hope for and this helped her decide to...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 19, 2020
Hayden - Thank You Note
Hayden just got his braces from Niles Orthodontics in Eugene and they definitely take some getting used to. He's excited about what the...
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A Smile for Kids
- Aug 19, 2020
Jennava (Jenna)
When your teeth are coming in sideways and they start to hurt - there's really no other way around it than getting braces. That's a rough...
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