Bringing joy, recognition, and support to 4,300+ students across 7 Orange County elementary schools

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Our Impact

$90,000+

Raised in 2025

7 Schools

4,300+ Students Reached

230+ Classrooms

Teachers & Staff Supported

Spreading Smiles Through Recognition & Support

Monthly Recognition

Student of the Month, Teacher of the Month, and Classroom of the Month awards celebrate excellence with certificates, prizes, and special treats like pizza parties and ice cream celebrations.

Annual Awards

Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year are honored with special recognition and dedicated VIP staff parking. The Teacher of the Year also receives a luxury weekend getaway.

Fun Grants & Programs

Recess bags for every classroom, popcorn and shaved ice machines for school celebrations, and annual special funding for special projects at each school—supporting creative ideas that bring joy to students, teachers, and staff.

Thank you to our Monthly Recognition Sponsors

Recess Bags: Enhancing Playtime for Every Classroom

Supporting over 230 classrooms with footballs, kickballs, soccer balls, frisbees, and jump ropes. Every child deserves active, joyful recess time.

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Hear From Our Schools

Karen Pinckney, Assistant Principal - Pinewood Elementary

Partnering with The Jaysmiles Foundation has been a transformative experience for our school this year. Through their generous Fun Grant, we were able to continue our 'Treat Trolley'—a Friday highlight that has significantly boosted student engagement with our digital learning programs. From the seamless application process to the prompt funding, the Foundation’s professionalism is unmatched. Their commitment to our community through the Student, Classroom, and Teacher of the Month programs has truly fostered a culture of excellence and appreciation.

because of you

The generosity of our community is creating brighter days for local students and schools.

Together, We Raised Over $75,000

Thanks to everyone who attended, donated, and supported the 2026 Talk of the Town Round Up for Charity Dinner, the Jaysmiles Foundation raised $75,321.65 to invest directly back into our seven partner schools. These funds will support teacher recognition, student programs, classroom resources, scholarships, and special projects throughout the upcoming school year.