Project Smile was founded on the belief that a diagnosis should never have the power to steal a childhood. Formerly known as Enchanted Encounters, we strive to facilitate unforgettable memories for local pediatric patients and their families while they are undergoing treatment. We partner with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Ronald McDonald House to provide specialized programming that aims to create a unique experience, linking children with activities that are organized purely for their enjoyment.

 

While planning, fundraising, and publicizing for such events can sometimes be difficult, Georgia Tech students are given the priceless opportunity to see the impact their efforts have on the lives of children undergoing strenuous treatment, experiencing the laughter and smiles that come from simply crafting or meeting an athlete or playing board games.

 

The special thing about Project Smile is that we are versatile and accommodating as these events are sometimes held in combination with beloved children’s characters or with external organizations (such as sports teams, other campus organizations, etc.) - we plan and coordinate various events catered to specific patients' wants and needs.  At the end of the day, we strive for patients and families to feel more comfortable and at-home in the hospital setting, finding the hope that is joyous life and endless love, one moment at a time.