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At Little Smiles, we see it every single day. A nurse walks into a room with a fresh, hot pizza. A volunteer pulls a shiny prize from Five Below out of their bag during a quiet moment. A child, who hasn't left their hospital bed in days, suddenly sits up, eyes wide, with a grin that could light up all of Philadelphia. But have you ever wondered why those moments feel so different? Why does a random slice of pepperoni pizza or a simple toy from a junk food run carry more emoti

Welcome to our July 2026 newsletter! Can you believe it’s already mid-summer? June was absolutely packed with sunshine, laughter, and, most importantly, smiles! From the roar of the crowd at Citizens Bank Park to the quiet, competitive intensity of a high-stakes Bingo game at one of the region's Ronald McDonald Houses, we’ve been busy making magic happen for local kids who need it most. We are so incredibly grateful for our community of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. You a

Get ready to roll the dice and rev your engines! If you’ve been looking for the ultimate way to give back to the Philadelphia community while having the absolute time of your life, you’ve found it. At Little Smiles, we don’t just host fundraisers: we throw massive celebrations of joy, resilience, and pure, unadulterated fun. Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7, 2026, because we’re taking over the world-renowned Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum for our annual Mont

After a long day at the hospital, families return to Ronald McDonald House looking for something every family needs—space to breathe, a little laughter, and a chance to feel normal again. That’s where Bingo Night comes in! At Little Smiles, our Family Bingo Nights take place in the dining areas of Ronald McDonald Houses in Philadelphia on Chestnut Street, Camden, New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The setting matters. These aren’t hospital hallways or clinical spaces. Thes

Picture this: It’s 12:00 PM on a Tuesday. Inside the halls of a busy pediatric hospital, the air usually smells like antiseptic and floor wax. But then, the elevator doors slide open, and suddenly: everything changes. The unmistakable, mouth-watering aroma of fresh, hot pizzas begins to drift down the corridor. Behind it comes a literal mountain of Oreos, Doritos, gummy bears, and those iconic little bags of Goldfish. This isn't just a delivery; it’s a Junk Food Run: one of o