Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra came alive on Saturday, September 12, as the 10th anniversary edition of the Forty Under 40 Awards Ghana celebrated the nation’s most inspiring young leaders, including the Mitch Brothers who were named winners of the “Philanthropy and Charity” category.
The dynamic content creator duo turned award-winning philanthropists were recognized for their transformative work with Smile4mation. The brothers, born Padmond Annor and Padmond Annor Jr., stood out for their commitment to empowering women, particularly single mothers striving to overcome poverty, embodying purpose-driven leadership through community service, charity work, and social impact. The win not only celebrated their impact, but was a reflection of their growing influence as young leaders redefining philanthropy in Ghana.
“We’re deeply grateful to be among this year’s winners,” the brothers said. “For us, philanthropy has never been about recognition, but about using what we have to make a real difference in people’s lives. This award will be a reminder to keep turning compassion into action through Smile4mation. To the wonderful people who continue to believe in and support our mission, we dedicate this to you.”
Representing the brothers on the big night was Francis “Banks” Amissah. The Founder and CEO of Elite PR was proud to share: “It’s always a joy to represent clients who build things worth celebrating. Seeing the twins recognized for their work with women and children was rewarding. Smile4mation has become a viral phenomenon, inspiring Ghanaians online and transforming lives offline in a relatively short time. Being part of such a compassionate movement is an honor.”
This recognition cements Nana Mitch and Schardo Mitch as exceptional changemakers in their field, marking a new chapter in their mission to restore hope and inspire change through love.
Smile4mation is a nonprofit foundation devoted to empowering women, nurturing children, and uplifting vulnerable families with compassion-driven initiatives. It was founded in 2025 on the principle that every person deserves dignity and opportunity, positioning itself as a beacon of hope focused on creating moments of joy through humanitarian outreach, empowerment programs, and community development.
To learn more about Smile4mation or support its initiatives, visit www.smile4mation.org.
