Testimonials
Voices of Impact: Real Stories from Those We’ve Empowered
MUSKAAN … means smile in Hindi Urdu and Gujarati languages and MUSKAAN NGO really and literally brings permanent smile to many underprivileged ones in the society by educating them. What a noble cause !! I salute Mala and team MUSKAAN !!
Parthivi Adhyaru (Visitor)
Author - lyricist - Journalist
The logo of MUSKAAN itself means spreading smile. The institute is really a need of the hour. They are doing marvellous work for the children of depressed and poor families. The institute builds not only education but path of life for these students. It makes them confident with love and emotions. Mrs. Mala Shah is doing her best work with dedication, without any expectation. I had been there many times and always feel that it is not institute but one family. It will grow under the leadership of Mrs. Mala Shah and will achieve the highest goal. My best wishes to MUSKAAN.
Nitin Chavda. IRS (Visitor)
Assistant Director Customs & Indirect taxes
To say in one line. MUSKAAN Trust is bringing great MUSKAAN on every child's face by giving them value-based education with love & care. Very proud of the whole team of MUSKAAN.
Mahesh Desai. (Visitor)
Naranpura, Ahmedabad
MUSKAAN charitable trust is playing a crucial role in supporting child education by providing access to education for many children. Their efforts are helping to bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged children, and creating opportunities for the latter to succeed. Through their initiatives, MUSKAAN is empowering young minds and contributing to the development of a more educated society. Having looked at the works of MUSKAAN, I, believe in their commitment to improving the education sector and creating opportunities for underprivileged children to succeed.
Mr Kaushal Gohil (Visitor)
Founder & President Swa Sarjan Foundation
Our NGO MUSKAAN is committed to providing children with the education they need to break the cycle of poverty and achieve their full potential. Our mission is to ensure that every child has access to quality education, regardless of their economic or social status. One of our dedicated trustees, Mrs. Mala Shah, has been instrumental in guiding our organization's efforts to support child education. With a background in education and a passion for empowering children, Mrs. Mala Shah brings a wealth of expertise and experience to our team. Under Mrs. Mala Shah leadership, our NGO has launched several initiatives that have had a significant impact on the lives of children in our target communities. She is a tireless advocate for child education and works tirelessly to ensure that our NGO remains focused on our mission of providing quality education to all children. Her vision and dedication have been an inspiration to us all. Our team comprises of educators, activists, and community leaders who share our commitment to child education. We invite you to join us in this mission and make a difference in the lives of children.
Jenny Baboo
Volunteer(MUSKAAN)
MUSKAAN is not only giving education to underprivileged children but also helps in developing other skill like painting, computer, dancing etc. Apart from these we celebrate festivals of Navratri, Holi, Kite etc . I feel very lucky to have been associated with this NGO since the beginning.
Padmakant Desai
Volunteer (MUSKAAN)
This is an organization which selflessly carries out commendable work for the upliftment of society. It provides free education to the poor and needy children. Few volunteers also come to teach these children. So, we are connected to MUSKAAN by helping them with stationery and snacks.
Dipak Shukla (Visitor)
Vandana Memorial Trust
"MUSKAAN " is a MUSKAAN not only for underprivileged children who come there after their school, it is also a "MUSKAAN " who come there as a volunteer! Children come to learn and reinforce their ability on various subjects. They learn with fun! Children learn moral values through arts and crafts. Kids learn in Nature's cradle and look forward to come every day. It is a great...social set up.
Shubhaben Joshi
Volunteer (MUSKAAN)
On our last visit to India we were fortunate enough to visit MUSKAAN on their 5th anniversary celebration. Over 100 underprivileged kids welcomed us with smiles and songs. It was heartwarming to hear their stories, their journey and their overwhelming appreciation of MUSKAAN. We felt a sense of peace for these kids as we saw MUSKAAN was preparing them for a bright and successful future. Mala Shah and team, you are doing outstanding work! We wish you well as you continue this amazing service to society!
Anita Vohra
Pharmacist and Firoz Vohra Engineer (USA) (Visitor)
I am from the United States. In January 2023 while in Ahmedabad, I visited Mala Shah’s MUSKAAN center for Free Education & Skill Development for Slum Kids and Women. I was very impressed. The facilities were great. The kids I met were very impressive. They were well dressed and seemed very happy to be there. My visit to MUSKAAN is one of my favorite memories from my travel to the subcontinent. I support this organization and would encourage others to do so as well. Good luck to MUSKAAN and continued success on this important mission!
Jeffrey Lodge, Attorney
(Visitor)
This year my husband and I had the opportunity to tour India. While in Ahmedabad we were invited to the MUSKAAN school for their five year anniversary celebration. We were warmly greeted by both the children and their parents. The children live up to the school name; all of them were smiling and happy to be there. The quality of their education was equally impressive as we observed from the speeches the children gave. Mala Shah has achieved so much. I am happy to support her efforts and encourage others to do so as well.
Liza Crider, IT Product Manager
(Visitor)
All through out the writing of the screen play for 3 idiots I was thinking about the issues plaguing education system in India: emphasis on rote learning, chasing grades instead of knowledge, degree instead of depth and immersion. I now realise that these are issues related to higher education the deeper problem is with primary education and these is where institutes like MUSKAAN can play a major, meaningful role. The conviction and intensity with which MUSKAAN is striving to provide education for the strata that needs it the most is absolutely incredible. The jest with which very young students are receiving this education is amazing to witness. The quest is to get these students on par with their more privileged peers. This is a great contribution to the society. All I can say to MUSKAAN is in the lingo of Munnabhai: Lage Rahe MUSKAAN.
Abhijaat Joshi (Screen Play Writer)
(Visitor)
MUSKAAN is a place where under privileged students get knowledge of values, discipline, manners, enjoyment, extra activities, celebration of festival and study. Students come with pain and go with smile. The management team under the leadership of Malaben give their best service with love and care. We want to make their future bright and make them good civilian for society.
Dilip Shah
Volunteer (MUSKAAN)
Muskaan is making a great impact in the society by providing required education to the underprivileged children. We have been in touch with the organisation since beginning and have seen the efforts to educate and empower the specific portion of the society.
Atulbhai Amratlal Bhimani
(Visitor)
“MUSKAAN” – Relieve Pain and create happiness “MUSKAAN” – Great support to underprivileged families. “MUSKAAN” – Goal of Mala Shah Putting Substantial efforts for such noble cause. Hats off to “MUSKAAN”
Vinay Shah (Trustee - Jivdaya Charitable trust)
(Volunteer)