Pre-K — 12 student
[Scholar story — client to provide]
A student in our school today — their grade, what they love about school, what their dreams are. Photo & quote needed (with family consent).
A Bi-National 501(c)(3)
Long-term education support
for Dominican youth.
The Dominican Joe Foundation is committed to providing quality educational opportunities for children impacted by poverty — Pre-K through 12th grade, plus vocational and university scholarships for our graduates.
501(c)(3) Tax-Deductible
Active in DR & US since 2013
Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic · Class of 2026
266
children currently in our Pre-K – 12 program in Las Terrenas
Since 2013
Over a decade
of impact
of impact
266
Students Enrolled
500+
Community Members Served
21
College Scholars
2013
First Classroom Opened
Our Mission
Education is the cornerstone to socioeconomic advancement.
The Dominican Joe Foundation went from supporting one small, community-based classroom in 2013 to providing innovative education-based opportunities to 266 children and over 500 community members today — in Las Terrenas, Samaná, Dominican Republic.
Our goal is to provide all our students with the best quality education possible — by hiring excellent teachers, following a rigorous curriculum, equipping students with resources, and applying engaging methodologies. We are currently building the first DJF School / Community Center in partnership with Grupo Therrestra.
- Pre-K through 12th grade school in Las Terrenas
- Vocational training scholarships for graduates
- University scholarship support — 21 scholars to college so far
- Capital project: building the first DJF School / Community Center
$500
funds one year of K–12 education for one student
$2,500
funds one semester of university tuition
Measurable Impact
Outcomes that move with our scholars.
From a single classroom in 2013 to a full Pre-K–12 program serving the children of Las Terrenas today.
266
Children currently in school
Pre-K through 12th grade students enrolled in our Las Terrenas program — receiving daily instruction, meals, and the resources to thrive.
21
College scholars
Graduates who progressed from our school into vocational training and university programs — supported by DJF scholarships.
500+
Community members served
Beyond enrolled students, our work reaches families, siblings, teachers, and the wider Las Terrenas community we call home.
Sponsor a Child
Sponsor a child. Change a future.
When you sponsor a child, you are not making a one-time donation. You are funding a consistent, high-quality education that keeps a classroom fully staffed and a student on a journey from childhood to college.
Your sponsorship provides school supplies, uniforms, educational resources, tutoring, meals, and transportation — and most importantly, a supportive academic family standing behind every scholar.
Supporter
$50/mo
$600 / year
- ✓ School supplies & uniform
- ✓ Quarterly impact report
- ✓ Annual scholar letter
Most Popular
Champion
$150/mo
$1,800 / year
- ✓ Full K–12 sponsorship
- ✓ Tutoring, meals, transport
- ✓ Quarterly video updates
- ✓ Annual donor visit week
Patron
$500/mo
$6,000 / year
- ✓ Sponsor a uni. semester
- ✓ Direct mentorship pairing
- ✓ Donor wall recognition
Legacy
$2,500/mo
$30,000 / year
- ✓ Full uni. sponsorship
- ✓ Founders' Circle access
- ✓ Capital campaign naming
- ✓ Board-led DR site visits
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Capital Campaign
Building the first DJF School
& Community Center.
For the first time in our 12+ year history, the Dominican Joe Foundation is building a permanent home — a purpose-built campus in Las Terrenas. We've partnered with construction firm Grupo Therrestra to bring it to life. Founding donors will be named on the dedication wall.
Campaign in progress
Goal & progress to be announced
Phase 1 · Planning ✓
Phase 2 · Construction
Phase 3 · Open doors
What the new campus brings
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Purpose-built classrooms
Modern Pre-K through 12th grade learning environments
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Library & technology center
Books, devices, and connectivity for every student
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Community gathering space
Family events, parent meetings, and after-hours programming
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Sustainable, climate-resilient
Designed with our partner Grupo Therrestra for the next century
Alumni Stories
Every name on this page is a graduate.
Cards below are illustrative — real scholar names, photos, and stories will be added as families consent.
College / vocational scholar
[Scholar story — client to provide]
One of the 21 graduates who progressed to college or vocational training — what they're studying, what's next.
Family or community member
[Family story — client to provide]
A parent, sibling, or community member whose life has been touched by the Foundation's work in Las Terrenas.
Governance & Transparency
Every dollar, accounted for.
Dominican Joe Kids Foundation operates under a committed Board of Directors with expertise in education, nonprofit management, international development, and finance.
We publish annual reports, maintain full financial transparency, and undergo independent audits. Our commitment to accountability ensures every dollar is used effectively.
IRS 501(c)(3) Certified
Granted in 2015 — all US donations tax-deductible. EIN to be added.
Bi-National Operations
Registered in both the US (Coral Gables, FL) and the Dominican Republic (Las Terrenas, Samaná).
Pre-K through 12
A complete educational pipeline from early childhood through high school graduation.
Community-Rooted
266 students enrolled, 500+ community members served — local educators, local families, local kids.