Leyri Garcia

Dominican Republic Director

Leyri Garcia is a seasoned professional in the field of educational exchange programs and experiential learning. He first came into the VISIONS community in 2010, drawn by the service work and opportunities for cross-cultural friendships. At the time, Leyri was a member of the Leos (the junior club for Lion’s Club) in Santo Domingo, and a few years later he became a leader on Dominican Republic team.

Now a year-round employee with VISIONS, Leyri also helps with many of the operations and logistics involved in providing well-crafted experiences for teens and customer service to families. He also leads VISIONS Custom Programs for school groups, a youth group, and families to provide community service opportunities during Spring Breaks, holidays, and special sessions.

You can read more about Leyri here. He will be joined in the Dominican Republic by his full leader team and he’s excited to meet the new crew of teen volunteers this summer!

Recent blog posts

You’ve Been Adopted!

You’ve Been Adopted!

Animal welfare is an important aspect of VISIONS volunteer opportunities for high schoolers. On the Montana Blackfeet Indian Reservation, teens help foster these wonderful puppies and sometimes adopt them, bringing them to their new forever home!

Spotlight: Spotlight: Jack M., A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Spotlight: Spotlight: Jack M., A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Jack was joined us over the summer on our final community service program for teens in the BVI. He and a friend have organized a non-profit that collects and distributes tools to communities in need. He hopes to send tools to the BVI as a thank you for the wonderful time he had during his stay.

Spotlight: Anni Lindenberg Knox, VISIONS Leader Alum

Spotlight: Anni Lindenberg Knox, VISIONS Leader Alum

Anni Lindenberg Knox led VISIONS programs in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Montana and The Dominican Republic from 2003 through 2006. Her experience as a summer leader inspired her to continue her education and make it into her career.