EDUCATION NONPROFIT IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Creating Educational Opportunity in The Dominican Republic
About Dominican Joe Kids
Building Opportunity Through Education
Dominican Joe Kids Foundation is an education nonprofit based in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. Since 2013, what began as an effort to support a small group of children has grown into a K–12 school serving 265 students, along with a university sponsorship program supporting 25 scholars.
Our work goes beyond the classroom. Students receive the resources, guidance, and community support they need to learn with confidence and continue building opportunities for their futures. By investing in education at every stage, Dominican Joe Kids helps create lasting change that reaches families and the wider community.
WHAT WE DO
Education That Lasts Beyond the Classroom
Dominican Joe Kids provides more than a place to learn. From kindergarten through high school and into university, students receive the education, guidance, and continued support they need to build meaningful futures for themselves, their families, and their community.
13+
Years of Educational Impact
25+
University Scholars Supported
265+
K–12 Students Enrolled from kindergarten through twelfth grade
Upcoming EVENTS
Fundraising Events in New York & Las Terrenas
Join Dominican Joe Kids Foundation for fundraising events in New York City and Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic, bringing supporters together to help fund education, student sponsorships, and the Foundation’s future campus.
New York City
Sip, Savor & Give: The Gala Edition
October 29, 2026 · 6–8 PM
An evening of chef tastings, Champagne, wine, caviar, and a live auction in support of Dominican Joe Kids.
Poltrona Frau
181 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
Getaway & Give 2027
March 11-13 · 2027
Join the Dominican Joe Kids community in Las Terrenas for the next edition of Getaway & Give, bringing supporters together around education, community, and lasting impact.
Las Terrenas
Dominican Republic
Sponsorship Options
Sponsor a Child.
Change a Future.
When you sponsor a child, you are not making a one-time donation. You are funding consistent, high-quality education that keeps a classroom fully staffed and a student on a clear path forward. Our model is simple and sustainable: one sponsor per child, each year, creating stability for families and operational certainty for our school. Your sponsorship directly supports tuition, teachers, and daily academic programming in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic.
Become the reason a child stays in school.
Other WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
There’s More Than One Way to Make an Impact
Sponsorship is only one way to make a difference. From partnerships and volunteering to giving and joining us at an event, there are many ways to support education in Las Terrenas.
Join Our Events
Gather with our community in New York or Las Terrenas and help turn memorable experiences into meaningful support for our students.
Corporate Partners
Join Dominican Joe Kids as a business or organizational partner and help create lasting educational opportunities in Las Terrenas.
Volunteer
Share your time, skills, or professional experience to support our students, school community, programs, and future initiatives.
Donate
Every contribution helps strengthen the educational experience and expand opportunities for students from K–12 through university.
OUR PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Stronger Together for Education
The work of Dominican Joe Kids is made possible through the generosity of businesses, organizations, and individuals who believe in expanding access to education. Our partners and sponsors help strengthen our school, support students at every stage of their journey, and make long-term growth possible.
MEET OUR FOUNDER
The Vision Behind Dominican Joe Kids
Dominican Joe founded Dominican Joe Kids in 2013 with a simple belief: every child deserves a real chance to learn, grow, and build a future. What began as a small effort in Las Terrenas has grown into a K–12 school and university support program serving hundreds of students and families. His vision continues to guide the Foundation as it prepares for its next chapter, including the creation of its first permanent campus.
THE DARIN TANSEY LEGACY
Be Part of Dominican Joe Kids’ Next Chapter
Dominican Joe Kids is working toward its first permanent school and community center in Las Terrenas, with plans developed by Jaklitsch/Gardner Architects. Designed to serve students by day and the wider community beyond school hours, the campus will create a lasting home for education, opportunity, and growth.
STUDENT SUCCESS
Stories of Opportunity in Action
The impact of Dominican Joe Kids can be seen in the paths students continue to build long after they enter the classroom. From university graduates to former students returning as educators and community leaders, these stories show what sustained access to education can make possible.
Student Story
From Student to Teacher
Deuris once sat in a Dominican Joe Kids classroom as a student. Today, he teaches mathematics at the same school, helping guide the next generation of students.
Alumni Impact
Opportunity That Comes Back Home
Former Dominican Joe Kids students are now teachers, professionals, and community leaders, with alumni returning to invest in the same community that helped shape them.
See Your Impact
Choose an Amount. See What You Can Support.
Every contribution helps strengthen education and opportunity for students in Las Terrenas.
I want to donate:
$50
Your $50 donation can help support:
School Supplies
Books, materials, and everyday learning essentials.
Student Meals
Daily support that helps students arrive ready to learn.
Classroom Resources
Materials that help teachers create stronger learning environments.