Grace Hamill spent two weeks in the Dominican Republic with VISIONS—no phone, new friends, and an experience she calls one of the best of her life. Now she’s headed to Peru.
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Dominican Republic
Read about Dominican Republic. Find out about teen travel programs and service trips with VISIONS Service Adventures
Animal Welfare, Environmental Integrity & What We Eat on VISIONS Programs
VISIONS is taking a careful look at the food we serve during our community service programs for high school students, and we aim to reduce our dependence on factory farm-based animal products by 75%.
Spotlight: Sufi Kreismann, 2025 VISIONS Dominican Republic Alum
A teen volunteer reflects on her life-changing summer with VISIONS in the Dominican Republic—immersing in local culture, building community, working with kids, and discovering new confidence in her future path.
Your VIA: How Teens Turn Service Into Purpose With VISIONS
VISIONS new VIA—Vision, Impact, Action—helps teens turn summer service into lasting purpose. Through reflection, real-world projects, and a tech-free environment, students gain confidence, clarity, and direction long after the program ends.
In Their Own Words: VISIONS Summer Testimonials
Hear directly from VISIONS teens and parents about the impact of their summer—meaningful community service, deep friendships, tech-free connection, and moments that shaped who they’re becoming. These reflections capture the heart of the VISIONS experience.
What Teens Accomplished This Summer with VISIONS
This summer, VISIONS teens made a meaningful difference through hands-on service and deep community partnerships in Montana, the Dominican Republic, and Peru. From homebuilding to water conservation, these projects highlight the impact young people can have when they step into real-world work.
