From Wall Street to Transforming Generations
Dr. Abraham M. George is a social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author whose life’s work has empowered children from India’s most disadvantaged communities through education, healthcare, and social reform.
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Featured On
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Dr. Abraham George joins Kelly Clarkson alongside Shanti Bhavan graduate Shilpa Raj to share the powerful story behind the school that has transformed countless lives.
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.
Dr. Abraham George
Abraham M. George is presently engaged in several social projects he founded, including the following:
Shanti Bhavan Residential School provides education to children from socially and economically disadvantaged families.
Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media [IIJNM] is the leading postgraduate college to promote free and quality press in India.
Baldev Medical & Community Center addresses the healthcare needs of over 15 villages in the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka states in India.
His Work in Environmental Healthwas instrumental in removing lead from gasoline throughout India and creating the National Referral Centre for Lead Poisoning in India.
Order Now: Mountains to Cross
Dr. Abraham George shares his remarkable journey—from India to Wall Street to Shanti Bhavan—revealing the challenges, purpose, and hope that shaped his life’s work.
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Press Highlights
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Kelly Clarkson highlights Shanti Bhavan, where founder Dr. Abraham George and graduate Shilpa Raj share her journey from a one-room hut to earning a PhD.
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A feature on Dr. Abraham George’s memoir Mountains to Cross traces his journey from Wall Street success to founding Shanti Bhavan, transforming lives through education.
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Mountains to Cross by Dr. Abraham George is featured on USA TODAY’s Best-Selling Books list, highlighting his powerful journey from business success to a life devoted to service and social impact. Through the story of Shanti Bhavan, the book reveals how education can break cycles of poverty and transform entire communities.
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Dr. Abraham George and the transformative work of Shanti Bhavan are featured in Indo-American News, highlighting a lifelong commitment to education, equity, and breaking cycles of poverty. The article captures the impact of his vision and the lives being changed through purpose-driven service.
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Dr. Abraham George was featured on PA Live!, where he shared his journey from Wall Street success to dedicating his life to lifting children out of extreme poverty through Shanti Bhavan. In this interview, he reflects on purpose, resilience, and the impact of a life rooted in service.
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Dr. Abraham George was featured in LA Weekly, spotlighting his memoir Mountains to Cross and his powerful message of “compassion in action” during awards season in Los Angeles. The article highlights his journey from Wall Street success to transforming thousands of lives through Shanti Bhavan.
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Dr. Abraham George is spotlighted by Books That Make You, sharing the story behind Mountains to Cross and his journey from financial success to a life of service. The feature dives into the mission behind Shanti Bhavan and the deeper meaning of purposeful living.
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Buzzworthy features Mountains to Cross as a powerful reflection on finding purpose beyond profit, exploring what it truly means to live a meaningful life. The article highlights Dr. George’s philosophy of service and the transformative impact of Shanti Bhavan.
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The News Hub highlights Mountains to Cross as a compelling guide to courageous and compassionate leadership. The article explores how Dr. Abraham George’s life and work model transformative leadership rooted in service.
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Dr. Abraham George and Mountains to Cross were featured at the DPA Golden Gift Suite during awards season, sharing a message of purpose and service with industry leaders and creatives. The feature highlights his presence among influential voices and the impact of his work through Shanti Bhavan.
R E C E N T P O D C A S T I N T E R V I E W
Scott D. Clary - Success Story Podcast
What happens when success no longer feels like enough? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Abraham George shares the deeply personal story behind his decision to step away from business and dedicate his life to building Shanti Bhavan. From confronting the realities of India’s caste system to making a 17-year promise to a single child, he reflects on the sacrifices, struggles, and hope behind a mission to break the cycle of generational poverty through education.
Haven of Peace
Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project
Shanti Bhavan is a residential school exclusively for children born into India's lowest socioeconomic class that provides high-quality education from prekindergarten through 12th grade to help break the generational cycle of poverty.
Featured on Netflix:
Daughters of Destiny
This globally acclaimed documentary follows five Shanti Bhavan students over seven years, capturing how education transforms lives. Directed by Academy Award–winning filmmaker Vanessa Roth.
At the DPA Golden Gift Suite During Golden Globes Week
Dr. Abraham George took part in the prestigious DPA Golden Gift Suite in Los Angeles, signing copies of Mountains to Cross alongside an inspiring group of attendees, including Angela Bassett, Viola Davis, and other influential voices in entertainment and media.
Dr. Abraham George with award-winning actress Angela Bassett
Dr. Abraham George with Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis and producer Julius Tennon
Dr. Abraham George with Narumi Inatsugu, Ana Parsons, and Arnas Federavičius
Dr. Abraham George with actor Patrick Warburton