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PUTTING A SMILE ON THE FACES AROUND US

Celebrating 10 Years 

About Make Em' Smile Foundation

Make Em Smile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to spreading kindness, uplifting youth, and supporting families in

need. Founded by Kris Rodriguez aka Rizz

in 2014, the foundation creates meaningful change through toy drives, school kindness programs, and benefit concerts.

"FIND YOUR ROAR" KINDNESS CONCERT

🎶 The Kindness Concert

The Kindness Concert is a powerful live music experience created to inspire, uplift, and unite our community through the universal language of love and kindness. Hosted by the Make Em Smile Foundation, the event features performances, guest speakers, and messages that encourage emotional healing, self-belief, and the power of giving back. More than just a concert, it’s a celebration of purpose—bringing people together to create real change, one smile at a time.

Smiles TRAVLED

HELP US MAKE EM SMILE

"Your donation helps us continue our mission to spread joy and kindness, fueling a movement that brings smiles and positive change to children and communities everywhere."

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Our History

Make Em Smile Foundation began with a simple idea: to bring joy to children and families during the holiday season through an annual toy drive in Reno, Nevada. What started with just a few donations quickly grew into a community-wide effort, powered by love, compassion, and a desire to make a difference.

Over the past decade, that one act of kindness has evolved into a full nonprofit organization dedicated to creating positive change year-round. We've expanded beyond holiday giving to offer emotional wellness programs in schools, community outreach events, and initiatives that uplift those facing hard times.

Now celebrating over 10 years of service, Make Em Smile continues to grow—spreading light, building connection, and proving that the smallest act can spark the greatest impact.

Our Mission

At Make Em Smile Foundation, our mission is to spread love, light, and healing through purposeful acts of kindness that uplift children, families, and entire communities. We believe that joy is a powerful form of healing—and even the smallest action can create a ripple that changes lives.

Our programs, like the Find Your Roar school initiative, empower youth to discover their voice, build emotional awareness, and lead with purpose. Through storytelling, music, and mindfulness, we help students understand their value and inspire them to believe in a brighter future.

From our annual Make Em Smile Toy Drive to year-round outreach, we are dedicated to reminding people they are not alone—and that they matter. We are here to encourage hope, strengthen community, and make a lasting difference—one smile at a time.

Our Why?

We believe that everyone—especially children—deserves to feel seen, supported, and loved. Make Em Smile Foundation was born from the idea that even the smallest act of kindness can leave a lasting impact. A smile. A gift. A moment of hope. These are the things that can change someone’s day—or their life.

We exist to bring light into dark places.
To show up for those going through hard times.
To create safe, joyful spaces where people feel they matter.

Through our school programs, community outreach, and annual toy drive, we’re here to remind the world that love still leads, kindness still heals, and that we’re stronger when we lift each other up.

Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do...
is simply make someone smile. 

TOY DRIVES

Make Em Smile 2023

Join the fun with 2023 Make Em Smile 

at West Street Market

MAke EM Smile 2022

Check out 2022 years event highlights at

 West St. Market

Make EM Smile 2021

Join the fun with 2021 Make Em Smile 

at BigvHorn Tavern  

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