Safety First...

This is more than a catch phrase. This is at the core of each and every event and program. Children need to be treated to a safe environment for every single activity. Period. Non-negotiable. First and Foremost.

Launch of the Let's Stay Safe Program

January 2023

Program inspired by the internationally acclaimed book Let's Stay Safe.

The Smyle Initiative has purchased 100 copies free for distribution. Please let us know if you would like a free copy while supplies last.

We welcome you the initial launch of The Smyle Initiative Safety Program. A project unlike any other that we have offered in our 20 years of children’s programming.

It is our hope and prayer that the program provides benefit to every single person that participates in the program.

Here’s how the program works in seven simple steps:

1) Create a Safety Plan for each precious child that would like to participate. The plan should be tailored to the circumstances of each child and includes such factors as their age, interests and activities. The Smyle Initiative has provided some templates as a resource. Plans should not be shared with the Smyle Initiative.

2) Gain agreement with the child and the parent regarding the plan, including the support to help the child’s success.

3) Obtain a Smyle Initiative Photo Magnet by emailing binyomin@smyleinitiative or calling/texting 847-636-1995 a. Include the name and ages of each participating child b. Indicate your address and email address +/or phone number of parent

4) When you receive the magnet, remove the center and place a picture of the child using the magnet on your fridge.

5) Send a picture of each frame on your fridge to binyomin@smyleinitiative or texting 847-636-1995.

6) Each child in the Skokieland area will get to choose from one of the current available prizes. Current choses include: Soft serve ice cream, a large Slurpee, a pastry or other provided options. Similarly, priced prizes will be offered to children in other geographic locations. As with every Smyle Initiative program, participation is free.

7) Each child will then be automatically entered in a monthly raffle for a $50 gift card. One boy and one girl winner per month. The raffles will take place through December 2023. Feel free to encourage friends and relatives to participate, regardless of age or location. Every single child is precious.