A little kindness can grow a long way

Sharing smiles with kids facing cancer.

“Even when you are little, you can still be kind.”

— Charlotte

Help grow the project →Meet Charlotte

Made with kindnessfor kids, by a kid.

Charlotte’s story

Kindness helped her through. Now she’s passing it on.

Charlotte holding her colourful Grow Through What You Go Through artwork

In September 2024, Charlotte was diagnosed with brain cancer. During a frightening time, countless acts of kindness brought her comfort.

Those gestures inspired Charlotte to pay that kindness forward. Her fingerprint-flower artwork and the words “Grow through what you go through” became the beginning of a project delivering toys, activities, comfort and smiles to children facing cancer across Ontario.

See how the project works

Charlotte’s project

Small moments of joy, packed with care.

Every gift bag and Smile Box is created to offer comfort, distraction and a reminder that no child is facing cancer alone.

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Kind people give

Supporters contribute funds, supplies, time and encouragement.

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We pack with care

Each box is shaped around a child’s age, interests, likes and dislikes.

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A smile arrives

Thoughtful items bring a bright spot to a difficult day.

Reaching children through Ontario’s primary pediatric cancer hospitals and satellite locations.

What’s new

Fresh from the project

Project update

More smiles are on the way in 2026.

Follow along for packing days, hospital deliveries, community pop-ups and the latest ways to help.

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Amazon Wish List

An easy way to send the exact toys, activities and packing supplies we need most.

Support the project

Choose your way to grow a smile.

One-time and monthly contributions help us keep thoughtful gifts moving to children across Ontario.

♡Most direct

Make a contribution

Start at $10, give once, or choose monthly support for year-round kindness.

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Receive a Charlotte tote

As a thank-you, receive a tote with a contribution of $25 or more.

Contribute $25+

Grow
through
what you
go through ✿

Keepsake

Charlotte’s book

Keep Charlotte’s message close and help fund the next round of smiles.

Support with a book

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Donate goods or services

Boxes, toys, activities, printing, storage and delivery help can all make a difference.

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Please note: Charlotte’s Smiles 4 Kids Project is not currently a registered charity. Contributions are not eligible for official charitable tax receipts. Merchandise or thank-you gifts may have tax implications; please seek professional advice if needed.

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Smile Box request

Tell us about the child you’re nominating.

Please share only the information needed to help us create a thoughtful, age-appropriate box. A parent or legal guardian should submit this form.

✉ Requests are prepared for hello@smiles4kidsproject.com.

The people behind the smiles

Charlotte started it. A caring community keeps it growing.

Our family, volunteers, community partners and generous supporters help turn Charlotte’s idea into real moments of joy. As the project works toward formal registration, this section can grow to introduce its leadership and governance team.

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Impact to date

680+gift bags shared

5Ontario pediatric cancer hospitals reached

∞kindness still to grow

2026 Smile Box and gift-bag totals can be updated here as deliveries happen.