Offer Hope for 300 Youth in the Dominican Republic

At The Bienvenido Project Funfonavi, we love keeping you in the loop about what we’ve been doing and accomplishing together during the April–June 2025 period.

In April, a group of boys and girls aged 11 to 17 showcased their artistic talents in a theatrical play depicting the life and death of Jesus. The costumes, the language used, and the expressions transported us right back to the culture of the first years after Christ.

Our Music School welcomed new students—full of motivation and eager to learn how to play a musical instrument.

In May, we hosted a group of students from London High School, Canada, along with their teacher and a representative from SINERGIA. The students shared real stories from their school life, inspiring and teaching socio-spiritual values such as equality, friendship, and service among themselves. They also learned about the importance of caring for their surroundings, relationships, and family.

Mr. Fausto Valerio, together with a group of exemplary children and teens, modeled the importance of environmental care and recycling by collecting thousands of plastic bottles in the Bienvenido community and delivering them to a designated collection site.

Also in May, Fundación Fuente de Luz and Red Bendición—the latter led by Mrs. Martha Beato—brought joy to more than 150 children and teens by delivering toys, pizza, soft drinks, and cake, leaving lasting marks of love and happiness in each heart present.

Our feeding program served 9,743 lunch portions and 2,368 breakfasts, reaching a total of 11,011 meals during the quarter.

Dear Collaborators,

We extend our sincerest gratitude to each of our donors for joining us in transforming our community and fostering a culture of peace.Your generosity and commitment inspire us to continue our work at The Bienvenido Project, Funfonavi, where we support the children of the Bienvenido community.

Thank you for making a difference!

Activities in January

Our programs focus on nutrition, education, and socio-spiritual development.

• Three Kings' Day Celebration: On January 5th, the Dominican Republic celebrates Three Kings' Day, a tradition where children receive gifts, toys, and sweets. The Red Bendición organized a special event at The Bienvenido Project, bringing joy to more than 150 children.
• Visit to Ashton School: A group of 30 high school students from Ashton School, accompanied by their Human Development teacher, Mr. Michael, visited our facilities. They donated meals and spent the day sharing moments of joy and hope with over 150 children from Funfonavi.

Activities in February

• Environmental Awareness and Cleanup Campaign: In collaboration with Industrias Nigua, we organized a community cleanup initiative. Mr. Fausto Valerio, a representative of the company, conducted an awareness session on recycling for children aged 3 to 17. Through this activity, more than 2,500 plastic bottles were collected, teaching the importance of environmental care.
• Hygiene and Nutrition Workshop: Dr. Ana Cecilia Silverio de Bautista led a workshop on hygiene and nutrition for parents and teenagers, raising awareness about maintaining good health within their homes.
•  First Live Performance by the Funfonavi School of Music: Under the guidance of Maestro Ronald Jean, students from the Funfonavi School of Music gave their first live performance. It was an emotional and inspiring moment for the children, their families, and the community. More than 200 people attended the event.
• Dominican Republic Independence Day Celebration: On February 27th, the Joás-Funfonavi Educational Center organized a cultural event where children dressed in traditional attire, recited poetry, and created patriotic drawings to honor the nation’s independence.
• Total Meals Provided: 12, 598 We sincerely appreciate your continued support, which allows us to bring hope and positive change to the Bienvenido community. Together, we are creating a lasting impact. With gratitude, The Bienvenido Project Team