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News & Goals

Stay up to date with our progress, goals, and the stories that drive our mission forward.

Our Goals

What we're building toward as a new foundation.

$500K

Year 1 Funding Goal

To fund our first 25 full-arch dental restorations for patients in need.

25

Patients to Serve

Our first-year target of life-changing smile restorations.

10+

Dental Partners Needed

Board-certified specialists to volunteer their expertise.

5

Grants to Pursue

Targeting foundations like Delta Dental, CareQuest, and community orgs.

Press & Announcements

The latest news from Smile Again Foundation.

February 2026

Smile Again Foundation Launches Online Platform

Announcement

Our new web platform goes live, connecting dental restoration patients with donors through HIPAA-compliant story sharing and transparent funding tracking.

January 2026

IRS Grants Public Charity Status

Announcement

The IRS officially recognizes Smile Again Foundation as a public charity under Section 509(a)(1), confirming our commitment to broad public support and transparent operations.

January 2026

First Dental Partners Join the Foundation

Announcement

Dr. Kevin Clifford and Dr. Ivonne Chen become our founding dental partners, volunteering their expertise in implant dentistry and general restorative care.

December 2025

501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status Approved

Announcement

The IRS officially grants Smile Again Foundation 501(c)(3) status (EIN: 33-4244037), making all donations fully tax-deductible.

November 2025

Board of Directors Established

Announcement

Our founding board is formed with Dr. Alexander Antipov as President, Natalie Tsvyk as Secretary, and Dr. Olga Antipova as CFO & Treasurer.

October 2025

First Patient Candidate Identified

Goal

We identify our first candidate for full-arch dental restoration and begin the screening and treatment planning process.

September 2025

Foundation Incorporation Filed

Announcement

Smile Again Foundation is officially incorporated as a nonprofit organization in the state of California, beginning our journey to restore smiles.

Help Us Write the Next Chapter

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