What do people say who have been on a trip to the Dominican Republic?

After my first trip, my "needs" list and "wants" list completely changed. I learned that you do not need stuff to be happy. I learned that things will go exactly as they are supposed to regardless of how much you plan. I can't wait to go and be used in any way possible. - Anna Allen


I have left my heart there...so there's no questions I have to go back. We go thinking we're helping them but I always come back with gifts of the heart and blessed beyond words. From the team members to the sweet people of Barahona...God definitely has his hands all over this. - Paula Lambert


I've been down to the Dominican Republic twice. Our church had been going and Dale Williams was very active. When he mentioned that he was taking Megan down for her senior project, my daughter Amanda and I tagged along.

After that I was hooked. The people are warm and loving, especially the children. The country is beautiful, the weather nice, especially in the winter and there are so many opportunities.

Sometimes in America it seems like it is hard to have an impact but there one person can have a tremendous impact on people's lives. My two trips down there have been wonderful and the kids from the DR are in my thoughts a lot.  I consider it to be one of the most life changing experiences I have had.  The other nice thing is that we are continuing to work there and are developing a permanent connection. - Mike Vitamvas

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The Children of Batey 7


It is said that the future of a nation is in the hands of its children.  If this is true then inspiring and educating our children needs to be the top priority.

The Dominican Republic is blessed to have a public education system.  Children receive free education through 12th grade, minus books and uniforms.  Unfortunately many students drop out before reaching the 12th grade and that is especially true in the Bateys, which have a lower income level.

Some of the children from Batey 7 go on to higher education but the number needs to be improved if the standard of living is going to improve.  The children there are bright, loving and open to learning.  Copa USA has successfully made a big difference educating children in LaHoya and Bombita.

This is an area that still needs to be addressed in Batey 7.