With heavy hearts, we share the devastating news of the unexpected passing of our dear father, husband, uncle, and friend Dave Whitcomb, at the age of 53. Dave's vibrant spirit was taken from us much too soon, leaving a void that can never be filled. Operation Smile is an organization that has been important to Dave since his nephew Cameron was born with a cleft lip. Please consider making a donation in his honor.

Operation Smile is a global medical nonprofit organization that provides free surgeries for children around the world born with cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities.

Every three minutes a child is born with a cleft lip or cleft palate – and many families can't afford the surgery they desperately need. In many places, children with cleft conditions are abandoned or abused. Many times they have trouble eating and drinking and can struggle to survive. Those that do can face a lifetime of shame and torment.

For as little as $240 and in as few as 45 minutes, Operation Smile can provide life-changing surgery – and renewed hope – for children around the world. Please, consider making your tax-deductible gift today.