Participate in a service trip or volunteer vacation
Have you ever felt the urge to visit a developing country and help those in need? Have you ever wanted to participate in a project to help those with no opportunities? Have you ever wanted to expand on your knowledge of global issues?
DOVE Missions offers many different types of mission experiences, from individual service days, to group projects, to long term volunteer opportunities. Volunteering with DOVE Missions will provide you with the opportunity to use your skills, compassion and energy to serve the poor and make a difference in the global world.
Whether you choose to take a day out of your vacation to volunteer, spend an entire trip to the Dominican Republic in the field, or come as part of a group service trip, you will leave with a changed perspective on life. DOVE Missions offers a unique opportunity for you to co-create your own mission experience. We work with you to create a custom itinerary that will match your interests and skills with the people and projects that need them. DOVE also offers service trips in Haiti, working with orphanages.
Common Questions about DOVE’s service trips
If I come on a service trip, what will it look like?
There are many different options for volunteering with DOVE.
Volunteering for one day:
Often, many people decide to take one or two days out of their vacation in the Dominican Republic to volunteer. In this case, our field director will pick you up from your hotel, and spend the day with you, following the itinerary that you have co-created with our volunteer coordinator. A day could look something like this:
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Volunteering for a longer periods of time (i.e. one week, 2 weeks)
How much does it cost to volunteer?
Where can I stay while I am in Puerto Plata?
Ask for DOVE Missions rates for all hotels:
- The Mission Center – Dorm room and single room accommodations in a four bedroom home in Puerto Plata. Great for longer term volunteers. $25 dollars per night or $500 a month. Includes housekeeping and laundry, WiFi, and volunteer transportation (includes airport drop off and pick up). Meals not included. Contact Melissa at volunteer@dovemissions.org. To contact the Mission House directly, call 809-261-2467.
- Loase Resort – Inexpensive rooms and apartments. Good for individuals and families. Also has a retreat center with 6 beds and 6 baths suitable for large families or small groups. See: www.loase.com. Prices range from $40 to $95/night. Contact Joe at 809-837-6845.
- Celuisma Playa Dorada - Appropriate for 2 to 4 people. See: www.Celuisma.com. Special DOVE Missions Rate of $50/person per day for all inclusive food. Room fee waved for DOVE Mission volunteers. Contact Bianca or Carolina: 809-320-6226 Ext 2501.
- Lifestyle Holiday Vacation Club – Luxurious rental suites and villas. Prices include a weekly base rate and a daily all inclusive for all meals and drinks.
- Contact volunteer@dovemissions.org for more information.
Now you might be wondering…will I really make a difference?
What can I do in my free time?
Complete and E-Mail to:
Melissa Bazely
Volunteer and Sponsorship Coordinator, DOVE Missions
volunteer@dovemissions.org
Note: Age requirement for Haiti is 16 with parents, or 18+
