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Release the Hero WithinVolunteers and donors are making a tremendous difference in the lives of orphaned, abandoned and disadvantaged children. We look at this as Releasing the Hero Within the children our volunteers and donors! -
College ProgramsEach year hundreds of college students make a tremendous impact in the lives of many children! We invite all majors and minors to get involved."Orphanage Outreach has truly been a life changing experience. This was my third trip to the orphanage and each time I return, I want to stay longer. It is so beautiful to see the kids grow-up and learn new things each year. I feel that I am now a part of the Orphanage Outreach family and I look forward to the day I can bring my own children to visit. "
Natalie Wessel
George Washington University -
High School ProgramsEach year hundreds of college students make a tremendous impact in the lives of many children! We invite all majors and minors to get involved."Orphanage Outreach has made me rethink the way I will spend my school breaks. Helping out feels great!"
Frank Phillips
Episcopal High School -
Christian MissionsOrphanage Outreach invites you to join us for a short term mission trip to the Dominican Republic. We have many opportunities to work with the churches and communities of the northwestern part of the Dominican Republic. You are invited to join us any week of the year. Individuals, couples, families, and church teams are invited to join us."Oh, Yes, GO! By the way, make sure you take some bug spray!"
Brittany Jackson
Graystone Church -
Health Corps ProfessionalsOrphanage Outreach is an American non-profit organization that has been working in the northwest part of the Dominican Republic since 1994. Over 8000 international volunteers have joined us since 1994, with the majority of focus being on education. Originally focused solely on the local orphanages, thanks to volunteer growth the focus has expanded to include additional needs in the community. One area of true need is health education and treatment."I was really surprised at the obvious poverty level of the surrounding community. There is no doubt that there is an enormous need to do all we can to help these people in whatever way we can. The hospitality extended to myself and my team was incredible, and the children were absolutely delightful! I would absolutely encourage anyone thinking of volunteering to do so. It is certainly rewarding and fills you with a great sense of accomplishment!"
Kim Ocampo
UAB-School of Optometry -
Familiy VolunteeringAn Orphanage Outreach trip is a great experience to share with your family. We encourage families to join us any week of the year to make a big impact in the lives of many children."This trip outside your comfort zone can be the best you’ll ever take."
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Individual VolunteersEach year many volunteers travel with us solo. You don't need to have a team to make a big difference!"Orphanage Outreach provides volunteers with an amazing opportunity to share a small part of their lives with a group of very special children. Whether playing outside or teaching English, each smile and interaction led to a renewed perspective on life and the meaning of family. After a week of memories, I feel that I've carried away a small part of each child with me, and that each one has taught me just a bit more about myself and the world around me. What I took away from this experience far exceeded what I put in."
Nancy Lang
Orphanage Outreach Board of Directors
Laura Dennison Georgia
Julie Eklund, California
Tom Eklund, Arizona
George Jenson, Arizona
Michele Morris, California
Nancy Toolan, Florida