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!
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
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
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.

Spotlight: Torin Young, 2024 VISIONS Montana Blackfeet Alum
Torin, a recent alum, reflects back on his community service program for high school students on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana, and how it has influenced his decision to explore a career in public policy.