Manav and Manpreet Grover
Honouring Mr. Manav Grover & Mrs. Manpreet Grover
For Enabling and Nurturing the SMILE Movement
Presented by Manovikas Charitable Society & Home of Hope Inc.
A Family’s Vision, A Nation’s Transformation
The SMILE (Special Minds in Loving Environment) program began in 2019 as a heartfelt initiative by 10-year-old Amora Singh. Today, it has become a nationwide movement of inclusion, empowerment, and joy for children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
This journey of transformation has been made possible by the visionary leadership and generosity of her parents, Mr. Manav Grover and Mrs. Manpreet Grover. Their belief, funding, mentorship, and active participation through Home of Hope Inc. have ensured that thousands of smiles have reached the homes and hearts of children across India.
Mr. Manav Grover is a visionary leader and philanthropist with a strong presence in technology, finance, and education. He serves as an Investor at Costnomics Technology, Inc., a Board Member at Alchemy Search Partners, and is a member of the Advisory Board of Santa Clara University.
A Member of the Bay Area Council and Founding Partner of SOA Projects Team, he brings strategic insight and innovation to every role. As a committed supporter of Home of Hope Inc., his philanthropic leadership has empowered the SMILE Project to reach and transform the lives of children with disabilities across India.
Mrs. Manpreet Grover is the heart behind the SMILE initiative, offering unwavering support, compassion, and guidance. She has mentored her daughter Amora, fostered strong bonds with Manovikas students and staff, and ensured SMILE reflects inclusion, care, and cultural harmony. Her quiet leadership and commitment to holistic education have deeply enriched the program and inspired all involved.
As the funder and backbone of the SMILE program, Mrs and Mr. Grover have provided the essential resources to scale and sustain the program across 14+ Indian states and internationally. His foresight and philanthropy have shaped SMILE into a global model of inclusive education.
Total Smiles Since Inception (2019–2024)
- Cumulative Hours Delivered: 16,804+
- Unique Students Reached: 2,100+
- Grand Total Smiles Collected: ~3,74,500+
Each “smile” marks a moment of joy, learning, self-expression, or connection—a legacy of love and learning funded and nurtured by the Grover family.
What Makes SMILE Unique?
- Youth-Led: From a 10-year-old founder to high-school mentors
- Inclusive: Tailored for learners with autism, Down syndrome, and IDD
- Compassionate: Community-driven emotional and social learning
- Flexible & Global: Operates across time zones and cultures.
- Holistic: Covers academic, life, emotional, and vocational learning
Programs and Curriculum
- E3 Program (English Empowerment with Enjoyment): Builds communication confidence in non-verbal and minimally verbal learners
- Manbhavan Mitr Mandali: A 32-member peer-led self-advocacy group of young adults with IDD
- Digital Accessibility: Use of Zoom, Google Meet, shared links, and QR access for seamless inclusion
- Session-wise Scheduling: Managed by Manovikas’ support staff and youth volunteers from the US and India
Their Lasting Impact
Enabled SMILE to:
- Scale from 1 session in 2019 to 695 sessions in a single year
- Reach learners in over 100 cities in India.
- Develop content in English, math, sign language, arts, and emotional skills.
- Create Manbhavan Mitr Mandali, a peer advocacy group of self-advocates
- Inspire hundreds of parents and caregivers through love and leadership.
Volunteers and Leadership
- Led by student-youth volunteers from the USA (aged 13–21)
- Senior mentors: Dr. Nilima Sabarwal, Pooja Mathur, Nidhika Taneja, Gauri Sharma, Dr Anupama Narla and Priyanka Sharma Sridhar
- Weekly sessions planned and delivered with consistency and empathy.
- Volunteer recognition certificates are awarded regularly.
Success Stories
Kaka
Now reads fluently, mentors peers, and demonstrates leadership skills. “He’s reading complex sentences and supporting others. His confidence is inspiring.” – Dr. Nidhika Taneja.
Deepika
From limited speech to constructing complete sentences and participating in class discussions.
Himaksh
Autistic student who completed Level C in Math and excelled in English. Participated in 24+ activities and attended 35 math sessions.
Srikhar
An autistic child achieved third place in a general knowledge quiz competition, significantly enhancing his knowledge through Adi Smile sessions and staying updated on current affairs.
Our Deepest Gratitude
“The Grover family has shown the world what leadership from the heart looks like. While Amora dreamed, Manav and Manpreet made that dream real — for thousands. SMILE is a family’s gift to the world, and we are humbled by it.”
— Manovikas Family
Thank You, Mr. and Mrs. Grover
Through your vision and support, SMILE is not just surviving; it is thriving.
Together, you have:
- Lit up the faces of children with disabilities
- Built bridges across borders through compassion
- Made inclusion not just a goal, but a way of life
You have created over 374,500 smiles and counting.
You have built a movement of love and learning.
The Value of Visionary Funders Like Mr. & Mrs. Grover
In the world of social development, visionary funders are the force behind sustained impact. Mr. and Mrs. Grover exemplify this with their commitment to:
- Long-term investment in inclusive education
- Supporting leadership from within the community (i.e., youth volunteers)
- Bridging continents through funding, mentorship, and care
- Ensuring equity for underserved children and youth with disabilities
Without this unwavering support, the SMILE program would not have reached the scale, depth, or continuity it enjoys today.
Other Members
Mrs Vineeta Bhandari
Dr Umesh Sabharwal
Dr. Nilima Sabharwal
