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Share your story and help us raise awareness about the importance of healthcare and nutrition.
Spread Awareness
Join us in our mission to create a healthier and brighter future for everyone.

Our Purpose
We are dedicated to supporting the poor and needy across India by offering services in vision care, preventive healthcare, nutrition, and education.
Our goal is to empower individuals to lead safe, secure, and healthy lives, while promoting public awareness and wellness at the grassroots level.
Our Mission & Vision
We partner with governments, NGOs, and the private sector to deliver replicable, scalable models of community welfare.
Our mission is to develop self-sustaining programs that restore and preserve sight, while inspiring volunteers and donors to join us in transforming lives and strengthening our nation through compassion, equity, and collective action.
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Empowering Futures: Our Legacy
Retain Smilez is a unit of the Dr. Kishore Bohra Eye Charitable Trust, founded in memory of Late Dr. T. Kishore Kumar Bohra. Established in 1997, the organization has spent over 28 years building a strong reputation as a trusted name in healthcare, education, and public awareness.
About Us

Impact Delivered by your Donation
40 Lakh+
Students eye checkups through 3000+ school screening programs.
2,65,000+
Spectacles distributed to children across schools for clear vision.
22,00,00+
Individuals screened through 6,745 free community eye care camps.
1,00,000+
Cataract surgeries restoring vision to elderly in rural communities.
5 Lakh+
Power glasses provided to those with uncorrected visual impairment.
275+
Eye care awareness camps educating communities across Tamil Nadu.
Impact Delivered by your Donation

What We Do

See Well, Do Well – Cataract Surgeries
Our mobile surgical units and local partnerships provide free cataract surgeries to senior citizens. Each patient receives care from pre-op counseling to post-op support.
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6,00,000+ cataract surgeries since 1997
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1,000+ villages reached

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
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75,000+ spectacles distributed
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UV & hard-coated lenses available

Namma Unavu – Subsidized Healthy Meals
We believe that nutrition is dignity. Through our community kitchens, we offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner at just Rs. 25, following strict FSSAI norms.
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10,00,000+ meals served
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Plans to expand to new districts

Visionary Smilez – School Eye Check-Up Camps
We conduct large-scale eye screening camps in government schools, orphanages, and colleges across rural and semi-urban areas. Thousands of children benefit from early detection and corrective treatment.
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Over 300+ camps conducted
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2,00,000+ children screened
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Follow-up care and free glasses provided
What We Do
We provide eye care, nutrition, and empowerment programs to uplift underserved communities with dignity and impact.

See Well,Do Well
Cataract Surgeries
Through mobile surgical units and strong local partnerships, Retain Smilez provides free cataract surgeries to elderly patients. Each individual receives holistic care, from pre-operative counseling to complete post-operative support, ensuring restored vision and renewed independence.
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6,00,000+ cataract surgeries since 1997
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1,000+ villages successfully reached

Visionary Smilez
Specs Camps & Distribution
We organize large-scale eye screening camps in government schools, orphanages, and colleges across rural and semi-urban regions.
Children not only undergo comprehensive eye checkups but also receive free spectacles and timely follow-up care to safeguard their vision.
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300+ eye camps conducted so far
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2,00,000+ children screened and supported.

Namma Unavu
Subsidized Healthy Meals
At Retain Smilez, we believe nutrition is dignity.
Our Namma Unavu community kitchens provide hygienic breakfast, lunch, and dinner at just ₹40, following strict FSSAI safety standards.
These meals bring comfort, health, and hope to countless underprivileged families daily.
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10,00,000+ meals served till date
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Expansion plans for new districts underway

Other Initiative By Retain Smilez
What We Do

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
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75,000+ spectacles distributed
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UV & hard-coated lenses available

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
-
75,000+ spectacles distributed
-
UV & hard-coated lenses available

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
-
75,000+ spectacles distributed
-
UV & hard-coated lenses available

See Well, Do Well – Cataract Surgeries for the Elderly
Our mobile surgical units and local partnerships provide free cataract surgeries to senior citizens. Each patient receives care from pre-op counseling to post-op support.
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6,00,000+ cataract surgeries since 1997
-
1,000+ villages reached
What We Do

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
-
75,000+ spectacles distributed
-
UV & hard-coated lenses available

Namma Unavu – Subsidized Healthy Meals
We believe that nutrition is dignity. Through our community kitchens, we offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner at just Rs. 25, following strict FSSAI norms.
-
10,00,000+ meals served
-
Plans to expand to new districts

See Well, Do Well – Cataract Surgeries for the Elderly
Our mobile surgical units and local partnerships provide free cataract surgeries to senior citizens. Each patient receives care from pre-op counseling to post-op support.
-
6,00,000+ cataract surgeries since 1997
-
1,000+ villages reached

Specs Distribution – Seeing the World Clearly
We distribute high-quality prescription spectacles to those who cannot afford them. Our frames meet modern optical standards and are tailored to the needs of children, elders, and truck drivers alike.
-
75,000+ spectacles distributed
-
UV & hard-coated lenses available
Meet The Team


Aisha Patel
Executive Director


Li Wei Chen
Program Coordinator


Carina Mendoza
Education Specialist


Carina Mendoza
Education Specialist
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Other Indicative's By Retain Smilez
Volunteer With Us
Be the Change. Spread Smiles.
At Retain Smilez, we believe real change begins with people who care. By volunteering with us, you can contribute your time, skills, and compassion to uplift underprivileged communities. Whether it’s serving food at our Namma Unavu – Community Kitchen, helping in health camps, or supporting women empowerment initiatives, your involvement makes a direct difference. Join us to create a world where kindness becomes action and every effort brings a brighter smile.


Schools in Need of Spectacles
Clear Vision. Brighter Futures.
Many students suffer silently due to poor vision, affecting learning and day to day life. Through our Visionary Smilez Spectacle Drive, we collaborate with Schools to provide free spectacles to those who need them most.
Fill the form and lets connect to help students in need.
Partner With Retain Smilez
Stronger Together. Greater Impact.
At Retain Smilez, we believe true change happens when compassionate hearts come together. From food drives and community kitchens to eye screening camps and cataract surgeries.
Together, we can fight hunger, restore vision, and build healthier, happier communities.
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Join Our NGO Spectacle Assistance Program
Clear Vision. Brighter Futures.
Join our NGO Spectacle Assistance Program to bring hope and clarity to underserved communities.
Retain Smilez, through its Visionary Smilez initiative, partners with NGOs to provide free eye screenings, spectacles, and follow-up care. Together, we can restore sight, enhance education, and empower lives with dignity and purpose.
Testimonials

Vijay Kapoor
Derby Jeans- Founder & CEO
Amid our busy routines, we often forget our small place in the vast universe. Life gains meaning when selfishness turns to selflessness. It was a privilege celebrating “Dil Se Diwali” with Rahul Bohra and Retain Smilez, spreading smiles and gifting essentials to the underprivileged — a true act of service.

Lion AT Ravichandran
Past District Governor 324J
The Visionary Smilez initiative for school children is truly commendable. By providing free eye care treatment and spectacles, the team is bringing clarity and confidence to young lives. Their dedication not only supports children’s well-being but also empowers them to look toward a brighter, healthier future with smiles.

Dr.Mary Angeline Santhosam
Principal, & Head Department of Social Work
We are grateful to partner with Retain Smilez for fieldwork and social work placements. Their mentorship, structured guidance, and commitment to practical learning provide our students with invaluable real-world exposure. This collaboration bridges academics with professional practice, nurturing socially responsible professionals. We wish Retainnsmilez continued success.

Dr.S.Revathi
Assistant Professor- Ethiraj College for Women
I’m deeply inspired by Retain Smilez’s philanthropic legacy. For generations, they’ve embodied selfless service, with charity at their core. Their tireless efforts to uplift the underprivileged reflect true compassion. Through kindness, empathy, and generosity, they’ve touched countless lives, leaving a lasting impact on our community.

Dr. T. Usha Priya
Vice Principal- Ethiraj College for Women
I’m truly inspired by Retain Smilez’s 32 km food donation drive. Their dedication to feeding the hungry and marginalized is heartwarming. Seeing the joy on people’s faces is priceless. Grateful to be part of this noble cause and proud to support their mission of spreading hope and nourishment.
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