Proceeds benefit Grace Christian School as they partner with Casa Por Cristo on a youth mission trip to Santiago, Dominican Republic March 26 through April 2, 2023. Local youth will travel to the Dominican Republic to build homes for families in need. Funds raised will sponsor travel expenses for local Coloma volunteers, as well as fund the purchase of needed housewares.
The Dominican Republic’s tropical climate and white sand beaches house some of the world’s most luxurious vacation destinations. While the country’s $1 billion tourist industry may give the appearance of a thriving nation, the stark reality is that 40% of Dominicans live in poverty, surviving on less than $1.50 a day, and the unemployment rate stands at a daunting 60%. Families are left struggling to pay for food, safe drinking water, and adequate housing. Many families have to choose whether or not to put the majority of their income into housing, knowing that there will only be pennies left to provide other basic necessities
