OUR MISSION

At Smile for a Lifetime Foundation it
is our mission to create self confidence,
inspire hope, and change the lives of
children in our community in a
dramatic way. The gift of a smile can
do all this for a deserving, underserved
individual who, in turn, can use this
gift to better themselves and our
community.

THE DOCTOR

• Letters of Recommendation are mandatory. Please do not submit more than two letters, and limit each reference letter to one page each. Please type or print clearly with black ink (no pencil). Must be written by; school, church or community leaders that know the applicant.
• Your attached 5X7 picture of the applicant’s full smile with teeth showing, must be clear.
• Applicant must fill out and submit handwritten (not typed) application and applicant questionnaire.
• Your application, letters of reference and pictures will not be returned to you and will become property of Smile for a Lifetime foundation.
• The applicant must be a resident of the area the foundation serves (Kern County).
• Must be willing during the treatment period to “pay it forward” by completing 40 hours of community service at one of the charities on Smile for a Lifetime’s charity list.
• Must have a significant aesthetic need for braces
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Must be between 11 and 18 years old
• Must be a currently enrolled student
•  Must demonstrate a positive attitude
•  Must agree to follow the treatment plan, and demonstrate the ability and commitment to make all appointments on time
• Must show involvement and leadership in extracurricular activities

Return your completed application, applicant questionnaire, photo, and letters of recommendation  to:

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation
8200 Stockdale Hwy, M10, #226
Bakersfield, CA 93311

For questions call 661-578-5517
or Email: S4Lfoundation@arrival.net

Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be voted on by our Board of Directors. Our Board of Directors will meet quarterly to make their selections.