Scott & Linda Schwefel's Miles for Smiles

Dear Family and Friends,

Linda's surgical mission trip to Calcutta India in 2009 was life changing for both the patients served, and Linda as well.  So now Linda and I are embarking on another journey, this time to raise funds for Smile Network, with a goal to fund even more surgical missions.

This September, Linda and I will embark on a life-changing journey with a group of adventurous souls to trek 100km of El Camino de Santiago. It will be a six day, 72 mile trek from the border of Portugal to the city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. The purpose of this journey is to raise awareness and funds for Smile Network International.

You should know two things; one, that we will be paying all of our own expenses on this trip and two, every penny raised will go to sponsor surgeries for children on an upcoming surgical mission. 

Linda and I feel so blessed to be able to contribute to this miracle that happens in the lives of these children. The journey to fund a surgical mission begins today. Donations for any amount are welcome and very much appreciated.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

In appreciation,
Scott and Linda

More about the Smile Network

Smile Network is a non-profit, Minnesota based, humanitarian organization that performs surgeries on children born with a birth defect of a cleft lip or palate. This organization is truly amazing because it is one of a few charities where most everyone connected to it is a volunteer. The doctors, nurses and anesthesiologists all volunteer their time and talent on the surgical missions, as well as individuals like myself who are dedicated to raising awareness and money for the cause by participating in this trek.  For as little as $500 and in the space of 45 minutes, Smile Network is able to repair a child’s birth defect and restore joy and dignity to their lives.