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Start Your Journey —
Dominican Republic 2026 & 2027

Select your program focus and dates below. Cohorts are intentionally small — early applications are strongly recommended.

1

Choose Country & Focus

Select your program focus and dates

2

Submit Application

Complete the short form below

3

Review Pricing & Connect

Receive acceptance email with exact total

4

Deposit & Begin Planning

$500 deposit, refundable up to 45 days before departure.

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Health-Focused
With U.S.-licensed clinician mentor
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Conservation
Coral reef restoration
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Community & Education
Children's program & infrastructure

📅 Available Cohort Dates — Dominican Republic

Review your preferred window before selecting below. Limited to ~25 participants per cohort. Final immersion dates and track assignment confirmed in your acceptance package.

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Integrated Immersion
Summer 2026
  • Not offered
Winter 2026/27
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
Summer 2027
  • July 18 – Aug. 8
Winter 2027/28
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
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Health-Focused
Summer 2026
  • July 5 – July 26 (Cohort A)AT CAPACITY
  • July 19 – Aug. 9 (Cohort B)
Winter 2026/27
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
Summer 2027
  • July 18 – Aug. 8
Winter 2027/28
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
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Conservation
Summer 2026
  • July 12 – Aug. 2
Winter 2026/27
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
Summer 2027
  • July 11 – Aug. 1
Winter 2027/28
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
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Community & Education
Summer 2026
  • July 4 – July 25
Winter 2026/27
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16
Summer 2027
  • July 4 – July 25
Winter 2027/28
  • Dec. 26 – Jan. 16

Submit Your Application

Fill out this form or email us directly at info@help2serve.care. Our team responds within 1 business day.

Limited to ~25 participants per cohort. Your preferred date and immersion track are noted in your application — final dates and immersion track confirmed in your acceptance package.
Choose the type of number you entered above:
Affiliation Type (Select one)
🚀 Group Interest (Optional)
Are others from this affiliation interested in joining?
If yes — Estimated group size:

Or email directly: info@help2serve.care · Phone: +1 (415) 669-0055

Investment: $3,800–$4,800 all-inclusive for 3-week program (excluding airfare, visa & travel insurance). $500 deposit, fully refundable up to 45 days before departure. Exact total provided in your official acceptance email. No hidden fees. No surprises.
View full pricing & inclusions →
Interested in other destinations?
Costa Rica & Australia — Open Now for 2026/27 · Early Planning Open for 2028 & 2029
View All Destinations →

Questions?

Pricing & Inclusions →What's included
Read FAQs →Common questions
Email Us →info@help2serve.care
Before You Apply

The three questions everyone asks.

Is it safe?  Yes. Two decades of operations, an in-country team, vetted housing, and established community partnerships — safety and logistics are fully managed, start to finish.

Can I afford it?  Most participants fundraise their way there, and we hand you the playbook. Scholarships and group-leader awards help close the gap. Get the Fundraising Guide

Does it count?  Programs are built to support academic credit, with documented service hours and guided reflection. How credit works

Cohorts are capped and fill in order of completed applications — the sooner you start, the better your placement.

Not ready to apply today? Grab the free guides and take the first step when you’re ready — no pressure.

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