Giving back, one step at a time
Walking 200km for underprivileged children's education in the Dominican Republic
Project overview
The Colonial Zone to Coco Bongo
Monday 28th October - Saturday 2nd November
Walk for Education is a transformative journey aimed at raising crucial funds and awareness for underprivileged children's education in the Dominican Republic. Spanning 200 kilometers from the historic Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo to Coco Bongo in Punta Cana, this unprecedented 6-day walk to take place in late 2024 embodies the spirit of giving back. Through this monumental effort, we aim to make a lasting impact on the lives of these children, providing them with the educational opportunities they deserve.
Children not
in school
In 2022, there were over 90,000 children in the Dominican Republic not enrolled in school.
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Education statistics
What we know
Minimum and living wages
The minimum wage in the Dominican Republic is $0.84 USD and a living wage is just $2.83/hr USD
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From our experience
Based on our experience, most families of the students we serve live on about $10 USD per day
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Funds raised
How we will use the money
It costs $540 per year to provide education for one child. The funds raised through the Walk for Education initiative will directly support children from families who cannot afford to send them to school. Once sponsored, these children will enrol in 2nd Mile Missions' 'Hope Academy', receiving the education and opportunities they deserve.
Sponsorship provides a child with the opportunity to attend school without burdening their family with tuition expenses. Attending a 2nd Mile Missions school gives students the opportunity to grow academically, socially, physically, emotionally and spiritually in a safe environment.
Real life
A life-changing story
"Sponsorship has been transformative for me. Growing up in poverty in Monte Verde, education at Second Mile changed everything. I wanted to be someone better and today I can say with great pride that I am not just one of the crowd, all thanks to the education I have received and all those wonderful people. Today, as a sponsorship coordinator, I aim to give back and be a beacon of hope for others in my community, showing them that there is always a path to a better future."
From a former pupil and current employee
Sponsorship packages
How you can get involved
An introduction to myself
Hola! I'm Callum, from England, I have lived in the Dominican Republic for almost two years, and since then, I have seen with my own eyes the need for change. Whilst tourism is booming in this country, too many young children are going without the most basic education - this has to change. With this challenge I have set myself, I am wanting to make a generational difference. By partnering with '2nd Mile Missions', this will give the children of this country the best chance of succeeding.
Silver
$5,000
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Logo placement on event website and promotional materials
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Invitation to event opening and closing ceremony
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Recognition in event press releases and media interviews
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Social media mentions leading up to the event
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Exposure during the walk for product displays or promotions
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Recognition during the event program
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Featured in the documentary
Gold
$10,000
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Exclusive naming rights for the walk
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Opportunity to address attendees at the event opening and closing ceremony
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Logo placement on all event materials such as clothing, website, signage, banners
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Dedicated social media posts highlighting the sponsorship
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Featured recognition in press releases and media interviews
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Premium exposure during the walk for product displays or promotions
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Featured heavily in the documentary
Corporate sponsorship packages
Project sponsors
Who's making a difference
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