help us FIGHT POVERTY IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

“The work we do at CI makes our sponsored population true agents of change, leaders in the community, responsible adults and able to take charge of their lives. For many — hundreds and thousands of young people — sponsorship is the opportunity to transform their lives and break the cycle of poverty.”

“For me, Children International means a center of creation and training. If I could describe it with a single word, it would be “solidarity”. I participated in the English for Employability program which allowed me to apply for a scholarship at the Dominican American University (UNICDA). I was able to pursue my bachelor's degree in teaching-oriented English and graduated at the age of 21 thanks to the support of the scholarship program. Today I can say that my professional career began thanks to CI.”

“In the past few years, I have been in a journey of finding my purpose, my reason to be and I have concluded on this: enjoy the ride, the people you encounter with and help along the way. Do something that will make good changes happen, the ones you long to see in the world, and love yourself for who you are and for who you are not. In CI, I have the chance to do all of this.”

“I really like the English and music classes. At Children International, you learn new things and have new experiences as you move through. It has helped me a lot. I have made many friends. When I think of Children International, I think of a place where one has many opportunities, where one can achieve their goals and dreams many times over.”

“From my position, when I can see that each family or sponsored child was able to obtain what they were looking for and perhaps beyond what they were looking for; they can leave with a reflection that helps them in life, guidance, hope, commitment, family unity... that is the part that I enjoy the most.”

“There are many children in need; they are having a difficult time, their parents work and it is good that when they come here, they feel part of something. And I like to help them feel part of something because we were all children and it was nice to feel part of many activities during that time in my life.”