Children at Bless Kiddies Land School, Cape Coast, Ghana
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400M+Children in poverty
GhanaPrimary area of impact
“We make a life by what we give.”
— Winston Churchill
iSmile Foundation Inc. · Est. 2014

Improving Lives Through Education & Community

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to underserved children, rural schools, veterans, and people with disabilities through education, infrastructure, care, and lasting opportunity across Ghana and beyond.

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400M+Children in poverty
2014Est. in Ghana
501(c)(3)Registered nonprofit
MissionEducation & Scholarships
FocusRural School Infrastructure
We SupportVeterans & Disabled
Operating InGhana, West Africa
Our Mission
To enrich the lives and educational experience of underserved children by supporting school infrastructure, scholarships, and community programs while extending care to veterans and people with disabilities.
Our Vision
A future where every child, regardless of background or location, has access to safe learning spaces, basic educational resources, and the opportunity to build a better life.
What We Support

Four Pillars of Impact

Our programs reach children, families, veterans, and people with disabilities through initiatives built on dignity, access, and long-term community transformation.

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Education & Scholarships
Scholarships, learning materials, school supplies, tuition support, uniforms, and academic resources for children in underserved communities.
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School Infrastructure
Classroom repairs, desks, sanitation, clean water, ventilation, libraries, computer labs, canteens, and safe play areas for rural schools in Ghana.
03
Child & Family Welfare
Support for children's homes, vulnerable families, healthcare access, food security, and programs that help children grow with dignity and confidence.
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Veterans & Disability
Care, advocacy, and inclusion-focused programs for veterans and people with disabilities — recognising their service and supporting their independence.
Featured Project

A School That Refused to Give Up

Cape Coast, Central Region · Ghana
Bless Kiddies Land Preparatory School
Est. January 2014 · 200+ students enrolled · KG – Grade 7
Classroom rebuildRoof repairVentilationDesks & furnitureToiletsHandwashingClean waterSafe playgroundLibraryComputer labCanteen
“We need to rebuild our school with blocks and cement — the children's health depends on it. We also need a library and computer lab so our graduates have a quality start.”
— Patricia Monday, Founder & Teacher
The Story
Founded by a refugee who turned her hardship into a mission to educate.
Patricia Monday arrived in Ghana as a refugee from Liberia at age four. Growing up in Cape Coast, she experienced firsthand the financial barriers that stifle a child's education. Determined to change that, she built a classroom from wood and began teaching children who had nowhere else to go. What started with 15 students and 2 teachers in 2014 now serves over 200 children — with a waiting list. Five dedicated teachers earn roughly $700 per year each, teaching multiple grade levels in shifts, in a structure where the roof leaks every time it rains.
Our Supporters

Thank You to Our Sponsors & Supporters

iSmile Foundation is honored to have so many caring sponsors who have recognized the importance of our work. Every gift, large or small sends a clear message: children's education is valued, and they are our future.

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Gifts mailed to donors who sign up for automatic weekly, monthly, or seasonal giving.

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Many Ways to Build Better Futures

Your time, voice, resources, and network can make a meaningful difference. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, advocate, or partner with us, your support helps improve the lives of children, families, and communities in Ghana. Together, we can expand access to education, strengthen community support, and create lasting opportunities for those who need it most.

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In Memoriam
Madam Rose Adjoa Kesewah
15th October 1936 – 22nd November 2014
“She was very wise, witty, outspoken, bold and philosophical in her pronouncement. She's well known for generously giving and helping the needy. She loved people, education and flowers.”
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