AVP Announces Operation Smile as Exclusive Official Non-Profit Partner. Two-year partnership to debut at Huntington Beach Open beginning May 14.
MAY 14, 2026 – The AVP, the preeminent professional beach volleyball league in the world, today announced a new two-year partnership with Operation Smile, naming the global nonprofit organization the Exclusive Official Non-Profit Partner of the AVP.
The AVP showcases the world’s best men’s and women’s beach volleyball players competing at iconic venues from coast to coast throughout the summer season. Through its presence across six AVP League and Heritage events in major markets including Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Manhattan Beach and Chicago, Operation Smile will connect directly with AVP fans nationwide while bringing greater visibility to its mission of delivering life-changing care to children with cleft conditions around the world.
As part of the agreement, Operation Smile will be integrated across AVP events annually through on-site activations, branding, digital and social media integrations, and fan engagement opportunities designed to help raise awareness and support for the organization’s mission. The partnership will officially debut at the Huntington Beach Open, where Operation Smile branding and signage will begin appearing onsite this weekend.
“The AVP is proud to partner with an organization making a meaningful impact around the world,” said Robert Corvino, AVP Commissioner. “Operation Smile’s mission aligns with the sense of community and positivity that is central to our sport, and we are excited to help amplify their work through our events and fan engagement platforms over the next two years.”
“We are looking forward to introducing the AVP community to Operation Smile’s transformational work,” shared Kristie Magee Porcaro, Chief Strategy Officer at Operation Smile.
Operation Smile will activate at six AVP League and Heritage events throughout the season, creating opportunities to engage directly with fans while furthering awareness around the organization’s global efforts to provide safe surgery and comprehensive care for children with cleft conditions and other facial differences.
About Operation Smile
Operation Smile is a leading global nonprofit bridging the gap in access to essential surgeries and healthcare, starting with cleft surgery and comprehensive care. We provide medical expertise, training, mentorship, research and care through our dedicated staff and volunteers around the world, working alongside local governments, nonprofits and health systems, and supported by our generous donors and corporate partners. Visit operationsmile.org for more information.
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