Doctor Sonrisas
Doctor Sonrisas: Bringing smiles and hope to children with life-threatening illnesses. Doctor Sonrisas is a nonprofit organization created to help children with life-threatening illnesses live their childhood with as much normalcy as possible, offering the support they and their families need. We take a holistic approach through programs such as dream fulfillment, family events, and volunteer-led experiences that bring joy, and strength to the entire family.

Causes: Children and Youth, Disability Services, Health and Mental Well-being

A serious illness impacts more than a child’s health — it affects the entire family.** That’s why Doctor Sonrisas takes a holistic approach: supporting children, siblings, and parents through programs that bring joy, comfort, and strength.

Our programs include:

  • Dream Fulfillment – making children’s wishes a reality.
  • Train of Dreams – family outings that bring normalcy and shared joy.
  • Smile Day – community celebrations of hope and resilience.
  • Food Pantry(Smile Meals) — providing meals and pantry essentials to families facing food insecurity during treatment.

Today, Doctor Sonrisas is serving families in El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, recognizing that our border is one shared community. We are also part of a broader international network with over 20 years of experience supporting children with critical illnesses across Mexico and Latin America.

When you give on El Paso Giving Day, your donation directly fuels these programs in the Borderland — helping us reach more children, create more smiles, and grow our impact right here at home.

A Smile Dream Beach Experience
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Dream Chef Experience
Train Of Dreams Field Trips
Smile Day Celebration
Moments that inspire on their journey
Volunteer Experiences
Holistic Fun Experiences
Creating Smile Experiences is Our Mission
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Local Development
Smile Worth of Experiences
Volunteer Experiences
Beach Experience
Kits for Smile Day