The company has partnered with the International Rescue Committee to donate oral hygiene essentials, including the brand’s toothbrushes and toothpaste, to Afghan refugees in the United States.
SmileDirectClub announced an ongoing partnership with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to provide oral hygiene essentials, including the brand’s toothbrushes and toothpaste, to Afghan refugees in the United States. The company plans to donate a total of 20,000 toothbrushes and toothpaste for refugees throughout the next year.
“SmileDirectClub’s mission has always been to provide accessible and affordable oral care solutions for all,” said Alex Fenkell, co-founder of SmileDirectClub. “Given the recent events overseas, we want to ensure that recently displaced Afghans have the oral health necessities to help them through this trying time. After seeing a glimpse of the unimaginable humanitarian crisis these children, women, and men have faced, SmileDirectClub is pleased to partner with the IRC as we recognize donations on a consistent basis is critical in helping refugees transition to a new life.”