Founder Dr. Abraham George sits down with Kelly Clarkson to discuss the extraordinary success of Shanti Bhavan and the release of his new book, Mountains to Cross. Joining him for Women's History Month is Shanti Bhavan alumna, Shilpa Raj. Nearly ten years ago, the world first met Shilpa in Netflix’s Daughters of Destiny. Today, she stands as a powerful example of the kind of future Dr. George’s vision was designed to make possible.
Watch the Segment on YouTubeIf you discovered Shanti Bhavan through The Kelly Clarkson Show, welcome!
You can support the students and the mission featured in the segment by making a donation, sponsoring a child, attending one of our Galas in Toronto or London, or purchasing Mountains to Cross.
For nearly three decades, Shanti Bhavan has been working to break the cycle of poverty through education.
Founded by Dr. Abraham George in 1997, the school provides free, world-class education and holistic care to children from some of India’s most marginalized communities. Students arrive as young as four years old and grow up in a residential environment where education, mentorship, and opportunity shape their futures.
Graduates go on to establish professional careers and become primary income earners, reshaping their families' futures.
The story of Shanti Bhavan has reached audiences across the world. From the Netflix documentary Daughters of Destiny to the publication of Mountains to Cross, Dr. George’s memoir about the journey that began with a simple but ambitious idea: that education could change the trajectory of an entire generation.
Shanti Bhavan’s work is now being shared with new audiences through The Kelly Clarkson Show, bringing the story of the school — and the students whose lives it has transformed — to viewers across the country.
📺 Tune in March 19th: Shanti Bhavan will be featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
The segment airs Thursday, March 19 in the U.S. and Canada, and Friday, March 20 in Australia.
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Book highlights you don’t want to miss:
✨ The inspiring story behind Shanti Bhavan and the lives it has transformed
✨ Dr. Abraham George’s journey from corporate success to a life of service
✨ All author proceeds support the students of Shanti Bhavan
All author proceeds from Mountains to Cross support Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project and the students it serves.
Purchasing the book helps fund education, housing, meals, and mentorship for the children of Shanti Bhavan.
Sponsorship helps provide education, housing, meals, healthcare, and long-term mentorship for a student.
To learn more about sponsorship and how you can support a child’s educational journey, visit our sponsorship page.
Yes. Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project is a registered nonprofit organization.
Yes. We welcome international sponsors!
Funds directly support educational programming, housing, meals, and student development.
Yes. Many supporters contribute their time, skills, and networks to help advance Shanti Bhavan’s mission.
Some ways people help include:
If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact us at [email protected]