About Us
The Deal Family
We’re the Deal family — and Fort Smith has been home to our story long before Once Upon A Child ever came along. This community is where we’re raising our kids, cheering at ball games, grabbing Saturday‑morning coffee, and building a life surrounded by people we genuinely care about. Opening Once Upon A Child Fort Smith is our way of giving something back to the place that has given so much to us.
Like many parents, we’ve lived through the whirlwind of growth spurts, overflowing toy bins, and baby gear that gets used for five minutes before the next stage arrives. We know what it’s like to want quality for your kids without breaking the budget — and we know how good it feels to pass along items that still have plenty of life left in them. That’s exactly why we fell in love with the Once Upon A Child mission.
When you walk into our store, you’re not just supporting a business — you’re supporting a local family. You’ll see us working the counter, sorting buys, restocking shelves, and chatting with parents who are going through the same stages we’ve been through. We love hearing your stories, meeting your kids, and being part of the everyday moments that make this community feel like home.
At Once Upon A Child Fort Smith, we’re committed to:
- Serving families with honesty, kindness, and real understanding
- Keeping prices affordable because we know how fast kids grow
- Offering items we’d feel good giving to our own children
- Supporting sustainability by keeping great products in circulation
- Being active members of the Fort Smith community — not just business owners
This store is more than racks of clothes and shelves of toys. It’s a place built by a local family for local families — a place where parents can breathe a little easier, save a little more, and feel good about every purchase.
Thank you for welcoming us, supporting us, and letting us be part of your family’s journey. We’re excited to grow with Fort Smith and serve this community for years to come.