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About Dominican Republic

Known as the “Pearl of the Caribbean,” the Dominican Republic is famous for its stunning sandy beaches and sunny, tropical climate. This vibrant island nation is home to welcoming communities who celebrate life with music, dance, and strong family ties. Yet many families face challenges in accessing education and economic opportunities.

Country Stats

Churches using Compassion Causes

17

Children served

24505

Fun Fact

The Dominican Republic is home to the Caribbean's highest peak, Pico Duarte, standing at an impressive 10,164 feet (3,098 meters) above sea level.

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Causes in Dominican Republic

The mother and family
Mother selling
Example of products it sells
Example of products it sells
Example of products it sells
Example of products it sells
Example of products it sells
Dominican Republic

sales of accessories, clothing and footwear, among other things

$0 of $381 raised
Defective Barber Chair
Broken Customer Waiting Seats.
The Barber and His Family
The Barber in the Exercise of His Duties
Panoramic Photo of the Barbershop
Improvised Shelf
Damaged Power Generator
Dominican Republic

Let's Renovate the Barbershop: The Three 'J's

$0 of $2,315 raised
Swings time
Swings time
Swings time
Swings time
Swings time
Dominican Republic

Swings time

$0 of $5,014 raised
Let's play together
Let's play together
Let's play together
Let's play together
Let's play together
Dominican Republic

Let's play together

$0 of $3,172 raised
Area Available for Building a Basketball Court
Area Available For 1 Double Basketball Court ..
THE COURT WE WANT TO BUILD
SIMPLE BASKETBALL COURT
DREAM BASKETBALL COURT
Dominican Republic

Basketball Courts Time of Blessing

$50 of $9,525 raised
image where we dream of having the court
aerial view of the pitch area
Children from the center playing in the dirt yard
Teenagers from the center playing volleyball
Sponsors playing with participants
Sponsors playing with participants
Dominican Republic

Construction of Sports Court

$20 of $10,477 raised

Check out this progress update from a church who completed their cause.

Weed removal on the land by a community member

We move forward with love: we begin preparing the land

Thanks to the support we've received, we've been able to take the first steps toward making this fun and safe recreational space a reality for our children. Currently, our team and community members have been working on preparing and leveling the land where the playground will be installed. Seeing the children's excitement at the prospect of soon having a safe place to play fills us with hope and motivation. One of the main challenges we've faced is the high cost of the playground equipment and the waiting time for its manufacture and delivery, as it must be ordered in advance. There's also the possibility that the approved funds won't cover everything we initially envisioned building. However, as a church and community, we continue to seek additional support and explore ways to raise more funds to complete the project. Even so, we are incredibly grateful because this support already represents a significant step forward: we will soon have swings and other play equipment that will bring joy, recreation, and a safer space for our children. This cause is already strengthening our community, uniting our efforts, and sowing hope in our children and families.

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