The Dominican Foundation believes that, as human beings, we have an obligation to serve others. Our goal is to improve the lives of Dominicans by improving their access to Health and Education.
The Dominican Foundation supports programs that promote self-help – helping others help themselves. We are against any approach that treats the poor as being unable to manage their own lives. Our dream is that one day the average Dominican has access to clean water, adequate sanitation, basic health care and a decent education. This dream guides our vision and defines our purposes.
Our mission includes building a strong volunteer base to assist with our efforts. If you are interested in opportunities to volunteer abroad, we encourage you to visit our Become a Volunteer area. You can learn more about the many opportunities we have available to volunteer abroad. Our international volunteer program introduces students and adults to the beauty and charm of the Dominican Republic while making a difference in communities throughout the island.
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dominican Foundation, and their partner the Dominican Institute for Integral Development (IDDI), announces the creation of the IDDI Service Learning Academy for college students from July 16 to August 2, 2007. Click Here for more details.
The Dominican Institute for Integral Development (IDDI), the Dominican Foundation's partner in the Dominican Republic, has been awarded $700,000 Euros ($932,000 USD) over two years by the European Union to improve the water and sanitation conditions in the marginalized slum of Juana Saltitopa in Santo Dominigo.
United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded IDDI $130,000 USD to complete an eco-archeological trail in the community of Padre Nuestro of Bayhibe for the purpose of building sustainable ecotourism, generating income for local families.
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