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Stories ยท Dominican Republic

Real Stories from the Dominican Republic

The voices of the volunteers who built this legacy โ€” and an invitation to carry their work forward.

What Participants Say

"These testimonials honor the volunteers who built this legacy โ€” through decades of structured service, meaningful community partnerships, and a deep commitment to ethical, impactful giving. Their service created the foundation. The next generation of volunteers carries it forward."

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"There are no words to describe how incredibly amazing this trip was. I signed up to impact the Dominican Republic โ€” I didn't realize how much it would also impact me."

Ariel
New Jersey ยท 10/10
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"My experience was life changing. The word 'starving' has a changed meaning in my mind. I have taken it out of my vocabulary. I lived it, and it will forever live in me."

Christina D.T.
University of Michigan
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"This trip was the best thing I have ever done for myself. HELP2SERVE.CARE is so different than a vacation โ€” we are immersed in the culture. Eye-opening. I recommend it to everyone!"

Amanda D.
Purdue University
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"The spark in a child's eye when they finally understand a difficult word or concept is unbelievably fulfilling. Building an atmosphere for future generations is worth more than words can say."

Sara P.R.
University of Alberta
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"I cannot express the love that is shared between volunteers and local children. The end of the project was full of tearful goodbyes, long hugs, and the knowledge that both sides made huge impacts on each other."

Julia
California
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"Volunteering here is simply awe-inspiring. I got to work with amazing volunteers, help build a community center, and had my heart melted by the children. Experience of a lifetime."

Guenevieve D.M.
UC Davis
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"I feel extremely grateful to have been given this opportunity. My life has forever changed. 'The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.'"

Chelsey C.
Michigan State University
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"Seeing a child's reaction to a simple task they learned is a must see. It is crazy how the smallest things bring so much joy. Their reaction can change the way we look at life."

Trey W.
Northern Arizona University
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"Out of all my volunteer experiences, this was the best. I have grown as a person and realized the endless world travel opportunities available to me."

Caitlin H.
UCLA
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