We Smile

At A Glance

Location: 

LEWISTON, Maine

Primary Issue Area:

  • Environmental Health
  • Living Economies

Active since:

2023

  • connecting to nature is a blast

Our Purpose

At We Smile, our big-picture goal is to create a more inclusive, supportive, and empowering community for neurodivergent children and immigrant families. We believe every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and included, regardless of language, culture, disability, or financial barriers.Our work focuses on helping families navigate autism and developmental differences through culturally responsive support, education, advocacy, and inclusive programs. Many African and immigrant families face isolation, stigma, and difficulty accessing resources and services for their children. We Smile was created to bridge those gaps by building community connections, increasing awareness, and creating safe spaces where children can learn, play, and thrive.Our long-term vision is to strengthen families, improve access to opportunities, and ensure neurodivergent children grow up with confidence, belonging, and community support. Through programs centered on education, social-emotional development, parent empowerment, and inclusion, we aim to help families feel supported rather than alone.More information is available on our website: www.wesmiletogether.net