activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Christian scholarship program for Dominican children Children's Education SponsorshipProvides quality Christian education to impoverished Dominican children through the Scholarship for Champions sponsorship program, supporting K-12 enrollment and academic development.
- Higher education support for graduates Targeted Educational ScholarshipsSupports Dominican graduates in pursuing university degrees through the Brighter Future College Fund, with ten graduates earning degrees in fields including Engineering, Accounting, and School Psychology, five of whom graduated by December 2025.
- Mission trip coordination and logistical supportOrganizes mission trips to the Dominican Republic involving construction, teaching, evangelism, and service, providing on-ground logistical support including lodging, food, transportation, and English-to-Spanish interpreters for teams.
- Nutrition and education programs for children in Cuba and Argentina Child Nutrition Meal ProgramsProvides nutritious meals, Bible instruction, academic tutoring, and devotional time to over 300 children weekly in Havana, Cuba and Buenos Aires, Argentina through programs like NutriNinos.
- Operation of Christian schools in the Dominican RepublicOperates three semi-private Christian schools in the Dominican Republic, recognized as "Model Schools for the Dominican Republic" by the Ministry of Education, serving 900 students in grades K-12 and supporting university-bound graduates.
- Publication of Christian devotional materials Spiritual Teachings PublishingPublished "From Under the Banana Tree," a devotional book by Dr. Kim designed to strengthen and encourage Christian leaders and believers.
- Technical high school expansion and programming Dual Enrollment & College Credit ProgramsConverted Alta Vista High School into a technical school in October 2023, enabling students to earn college credits and pursue studies in Tourism & Hospitality and Information Systems.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Child sponsorship model for education access child_sponsorshipUses child sponsorship as a funding mechanism to provide access to quality Christian education in semi-private schools, while fostering cross-cultural connections and family support.
- Facilitated team-based mission trips team-based mission facilitationDesigns customized mission trip experiences with inclusive accommodations and skill-aligned schedules to increase effectiveness and accessibility for both first-time and returning missionaries.
- Higher education access through scholarships and endowments college endowment programExpands post-secondary opportunities through merit-based scholarships and a tuition-free college endowment program, targeting high-achieving graduates from partner high schools.
- Holistic, whole-child development approach whole-child developmentImplements a comprehensive model that integrates nutrition, spiritual development, academic support, and Christian discipleship to address the multifaceted needs of children.
- Parental and community investment in education parental and community involvementRequires affordable parental tuition to cultivate ownership and responsibility, resulting in high levels of parental involvement and community engagement in education.
- Quality, Christ-centered education provision quality education provisionDelivers high-quality education through credentialed teachers, quality facilities, small class sizes, and an explicitly Christian environment to enhance learning and self-worth.
- Technical and vocational education for poverty alleviation technical educationFocuses on equipping impoverished youth with technical skills and college credits in high-demand fields like Tourism/Hospitality and Information Systems to enable economic mobility.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Brighter Future College Fund
Provides financial assistance for qualifying students from Alta Vista High School to pursue college degrees or vocational training.
NutriNiños
Provides nutritious breakfasts, Bible instruction, and academic tutoring to impoverished children in Cuba and Argentina.
Scholarships for Champions
Offers sponsorships for impoverished Dominican children to receive quality education, including textbooks and school supplies.
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Amazon.com Partner — Sells the organization's devotional book "From Under the Banana Tree."
- Dominican Ministry of Education Government — Semi-private Christian schools operated by Dominican Advance are recognized by the Dominican Ministry of Education.
- FriesenPress.com Partner — Sells the organization's devotional book "From Under the Banana Tree."
- Josie Pensinger Partner — Founding vice president who initiated and oversees the NutriNiños program.
- Ministry of Education Government — Awarded Dominican Advance's schools the "Model Schools for the Dominican Republic" certificate.
- Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic Government — Awarded Dominican Advance's schools the "Model Schools for the Dominican Republic" certificate and urged the conversion of Alta Vista High School into a technical school.
- Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic Government — Urged Dominican Advance to transform its high school into a technical school.