Dad’s Smile is a national nonprofit movement on a mission to encourage fathers, strengthen families, and inspire healthier futures. It all started with a simple question — “What makes you smile?” — and the belief that every dad has a story, a purpose, and the power to make a difference.

What we do: We connect dads through community events, storytelling, mentorship, oral-health and wellness education, ambassador networks, the Dad’s Smile Magazine, and a national Smile Tour that brings fathers together city by city.

Why we do it: Because when a father is present, the entire family grows stronger. We exist to break the stigma around fatherhood, mental health, and emotional wellness — and to remind every dad that showing up matters more than being perfect.