Το Χαμόγελο του Παιδιού είναι εθελοντικός οργανισμός, μη κερδοσκοπικού χαρακτήρα. Καθημερινά κάνει πράξη την αντιμετώπιση των καθημερινών προβλημάτων των παιδιών εξασφαλίζοντας τα απαραίτητα για τη σωματική, ψυχική και πνευματική ισορροπία τους.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: The organization focuses on critical issues such as child protection, prevention and treatment of children in danger or need, health problems, poverty, disappearance, and victims of violence or exploitation[5].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: The organization operates hotlines and helplines that provide immediate and personalized support to children, which is crucial for their well-being and safety[5].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: Projects like "Strengthening existing child rights networks" aim to enhance respect for and fulfillment of children's rights, particularly focusing on freedom from violence and freedom of assembly[1].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: Initiatives such as the RADAR project work to change the perception of runaway children, improve societal understanding, and support professionals in preventing and protecting these children[4].