Important Day of Information
LOCATION:
Living Word
Saturday, July 26th
9:00am – 1:00pm
GPS Address:
9210 75th Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
PARKING:
Please park on the Northwest side of the building. Extended accessible parking will be available
IMPORTANT LOCATIONS:
Registration/Check-In: West End Parking Lot
Restrooms/Sensory Room: Inside the building – follow the signs
Food: On the hill near the playground
Medical Tent: VIP Care Area for medical needs staffed by EMTs
Respite Room: Private area with cot and changing table.
EVENT WRISTBANDS
Wristbands are required for all participants to help identify who is part of MAKE ‘m SMILE:
VIPs: red wristband with white VIP wording
Immediate Family Members: Red wristbands
All Others (you included!): Green wristbands
The event is free for VIPs and their immediate families, and they should be given priority at your booth.
If someone approaches your booth without a wristband, please direct them to the registration area to check in.
FOOD INFO
Lunch will be served from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (while supplies last)
Located on the hill by the playground (please no food indoors)
THINGS TO DO:
Resource Exhibitors – Learn about helpful local services
Bounce Houses – Jump into the fun
Outdoor Game Zone – Play some giant games
Face Painting – Pick your favorite design
Balloon Animals & Flowers – Which one will you leave with?
SCAVENGER HUNT FUN! – Pick up your MAKE ‘m SMILE Scavenger Hunt card! Once completed, head to the Nathaniel’s Hope booth to claim your VIP’s prize (1 per family). It’s a fun way to experience the event and score a special surprise!
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR NATHANIEL! – He’ll be walking around spreading smiles!
When you see him, be sure to say hi and snap a picture with him!
STAY INFORMED
Download the App: Search Nathaniel’s Hope in the App/Play Store
Website: www.nathanielshope.org
SHARE THE SMILES
We’d love to see your pictures and posts!
Follow and tag:
@NathanielsHope
@LivingWordMN
Use hashtags: #MMSMILE and #NathanielsHope
WEATHER
Rain or Shine – We’re ON!
In case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors.
We’ll make that decision by 1:00 PM on Friday, July 25.
If we move indoors, updated info and maps will be sent to you.
NEED HELP?
During the Event: Look for anyone in a Smile Team Shirt
Invite Others to Join MAKE ‘m SMILE!
Do you know a child or adult with a disability?
Know someone who would love this event?
Let your friends and family know you’ll be at MAKE ‘m SMILE Minnesota—and invite them to come too!
We’ve made it super easy to spread the word:
Click [HERE] to download ready-to-share social media graphics
Share this link [HERE] so others can register and join the fun with you!
Let’s help even more VIP families experience the JOY of this special day!
Please be sure to download our Make ‘m Smile Event App for up-to-date info.
Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Smile Makers
THANK YOU for Your Partnership!
We couldn’t give VIPs and their families the BEST DAY EVER without YOU!
SPONSORS:
If you don’t have a booth at MAKE ‘m SMILE, we’d still love for you to join the fun!
Come experience firsthand the joy your generosity makes possible.
If you do have a booth — we can’t wait to see you there and spend the day together!
RESOURCE EXHIBITORS & SMILE MAKERS:
We’re thrilled to partner with you to spread smiles and love throughout the day.
Don’t forget to invite your community — the more, the merrier! Let’s make this an unforgettable celebration for our VIPs!
ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN
Check-In Time: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
You must be fully set up and ready to greet guests by 8:30 AM.
Step 1: Unload at the Drop-Off Zone
Location: Inspire Field entrance (Southwest corner of the parking lot)
A Smile Team Volunteer will help transfer your materials if you arrive by 8:15 AM.
We recommend bringing a wagon or cart in case a volunteer is not available for set-up or tear-down.
Step 2: Park Your Vehicle
After unloading, please move your vehicle to the designated Resource Exhibitor Parking near the Inspire Field entrance.
All parking details and maps will be available on the Nathaniel’s Hope App!
EVENT REMINDERS
Keep your booth area neat and tidy throughout the event
Trash will be collected regularly, but please also monitor your own space
Tear-down begins at 1:00 PM – Please do not leave before then.
