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PARVIS – An exceptional timepiece supporting the Paint a Smile Foundation

February 2026

The symbolic unveiling of this prototype took place in February in Athenaz, the village where independent watchmaker Ludovic Ballouard has been based for many years. On this occasion, Christophe Blandenier, initiator of the PARVIS project, hosted an “apéritif in the workshop,” followed by a convivial lunch around the village fountain, built in 1822.

Lot No. 103, “QUEL HOMARD EST-IL?”, will be offered for sale by Phillips in Geneva on Saturday, May 9, 2026, with the entire proceeds of the sale benefiting the Paint a Smile Foundation.

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Romandie Cap 2025 Congress

December 2025

At the Romandie Cap 2025 Congress, organized by Orthoconcept, pediatrics was placed in the spotlight. Paint a Smile took part in the event by creating a participatory mural, bringing together creativity and engagement.

The mural was then offered to the Clair Bois Foundation, which supports children and young people with special needs in their daily lives.

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A wonderful journey into the heart of pediatric surgery at the HUG

December 2025

Born from a request by the medical team, this project brings gentleness and comfort throughout the care journey of young patients.

Project funded by: the Alfred and Eugénie Baur Foundation and an anonymous donor.

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Escalade Race

December 2025

On the occasion of Paint a Smile’s 25th anniversary, 19 companies and one school joined forces with L’Équipe des Couleurs for a sporty and meaningful weekend.

More than 550 runners and walkers generously took part in the event to support our projects. They were welcomed before and after their race at Le Lyrique restaurant by our Smile Team.

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Hôpital Dufresne-Sommeiller – general medicine and palliative care units

November 2025

A third collaboration with the GHT Léman Mont-Blanc, this time at the heart of the general medicine and palliative care units of Hôpital Dufresne-Sommeiller.

Inspired by nature and the rhythm of the seasons, this setting was designed to bring calm, poetry, and gentleness to moments of life that are at once fragile, painful, yet deeply human.

Project funded by: SC Johnson and an anonymous donor.

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Participatory Art: Joy Returns to the School Playgrounds!

November 2025

A fourth participatory mural has come to life in the playground of Collège de Plan, thanks to the creativity of five artists and the enthusiasm of 82 students.

A collective artistic project bringing color, imagination, and smiles to students’ daily lives, made possible through our partnership with Nestlé and the City of Vevey.

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La Tour Hospital – Paediatrics Department (Geneva)

October 2025

After a first intervention in 2011 in the pediatric department, Paint a Smile is back!

Three new consultation rooms have just been inaugurated — a joyful moment shared to celebrate the colorful jungle theme already present in the department.

New spaces, same commitment: making healthcare environments more welcoming! Read the article in ELLE Switzerland

Project funded by: Nestlé, Fondation Etoile Filante and Institut Le Rosey.

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A Participatory Mural for the 10th Hearing Meeting at HUG

September 2025

To mark the 10th Hearing Meeting, Paint a Smile artists created a live mural together with young patients from the ENT and Head and Neck Surgery Department at the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG).

This collective artwork, which will be displayed in the audiology laboratory corridor already decorated in 2022, beautifully reflects the continuity of our collaboration.

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A quarter of a century worth celebrating !
Escalade race in Colors

September 2025

To celebrate Paint a Smile’s 25^th anniversary together, join the Equipe des Couleurs for the Escalade race and share a unique festive and sportive moment full of joy.

Be among the 500 participants to mark this solidarity event.

Our Smile Team looks forward to welcoming you on December 6^th and 7^th 2025.

All practical information can be found here.