Similar to the attacks of 9/11 and The Great Recession, in times of despair human goodness prevails. People line balconies for nightly applause thanking tireless healthcare workers, neighbors sing together from behind open windows, and free food trains grace most American neighborhoods – these all paint a picture of kindness and resilience that will lead to a brighter tomorrow.
The Dominican Republic has seen more than 8,400 cases and 350 deaths from COVID-19, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins University. While other places such as Cuba and Puerto Rico also have more than 1,000 cases, the Dominican Republic was the hardest hit Caribbean nation.
In response to the outbreak, officials instituted a nationwide curfew from 5 pm – 6 am to curb activity around the country and hopefully stifle the spread of the disease. In addition, they partnered with local businesses and humanitarian organizations to increase testing. They are giving access to food and necessities without drawing large crowds.
While the local government works to curb the virus and its spread, a group of Major League Baseball players, Albert Pujols, Michael Ozuna, and Juan Soto to name a few, have come together to help their home country navigate and recover from the damage of the COVID pandemic.
Hall of Fame pitcher Pedro Martinez and a coalition of over 40 current and retired Major League Baseball players have united to launch the “Step Up to the Plate” fund to support coronavirus relief efforts in the Dominican Republic.
The coalition, organized by the Pedro Martinez Foundation, has raised over $550,000 to provide essential supplies, personal protective equipment and food in the Dominican Republic.
Parallel to this initiative, we are accepting monetary and in-kind donations at this time to help support the children. As we are working towards our new campus, some things that we are looking for are:
Moments like these are defined not only by how we take care of ourselves, but also how we take care of others.
All children need love, care, and safety to grow and thrive in society. Sponsoring a child makes a direct impact on their lives, helping them
A mission trip is more than a destination or stamp in your passport; it is an opportunity to serve and experience God moving in another
There are vulnerable children who need your care and support in the Samaná community of the Dominican Republic. Help Advocates of Love make a difference
The US-based organization, Advocates of Love is an approved 501c3. Under the guidance of its Board of Directors, Advocates of Love is responsible for raising mission awareness, fundraising, and operational management of the non-governmental organization (NGO) in the Dominican Republic. Advocates of Love has final approval over all activities required to operate the Children’s Home.
The Dominican Republic-based organization, Fundacion Defensores De Amor, is an approved NGO. The NGO, in partnership with local churches, is accountable for the daily operations and responsibilities of the Children’s Home, the community-based care program, and children’s churches.
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