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Project: School Kits, 2025

A Commitment to the Future

On September 4, 2025, the RISA Foundation, together with SkyHigh Dominicana and with the support of the Ministry of Interior and Police, distributed 3000 of school kits to children in the Capotillo community of Santo Domingo.
This initiative underscores our unwavering commitment to education as a catalyst for progress and to supporting the most vulnerable families.

 

A Gesture with Real Impact

Each kit included backpacks, thermoses, notebooks, pencils, rulers, crayons, and other essential supplies for the school year.
This initiative provided tangible relief to many families, ensuring that children could start their classes motivated and well-prepared.

 

Voices that Inspire

At the event, leaders from participating organizations shared a united message of hope:

  • Laura Estevanell González, spokesperson for the RISA Foundation:
    “Education transforms realities. Today we extended a helping hand to Dominican families, grateful to support the children of Capotillo—convinced that their future is the future of this country.”

  • Mariela González, President of RISA Travel:
    “With this donation in Capotillo, we give back some of the love we always receive from the Dominican Republic. We will continue supporting with dedication and care.”

  • Faride Raful, Minister of Interior and Police:
    “This noble act allows the children of Capotillo to begin the school year with renewed hope.”

 

Communities Reached

School kits were delivered to several institutions in the Capotillo area, including:

  • Parroquia Padre Chelo

  • Escuelita de la Zurza

  • Santo Cura de ARS

  • Santa Clara

  • Parroquia Escuela La Aurora

  • Iglesia Emilda

  • Federation of Neighborhood Associations

  • Asamblea de Capotillo Church

  • ESCOBA

  • INDEARTE

 

Capotillo: A Symbol of Resilience

Despite social challenges, Capotillo embodies creativity, strength, and resilience. With this project, the RISA Foundation and SkyHigh Dominicana send a clear message: every child deserves a fair opportunity to dream, learn, and thrive—no matter their background.

 

Looking Ahead

This initiative marks only the beginning of our long-term commitment.
The RISA Foundation will continue to lead projects that strengthen education and generate a lasting positive impact in vulnerable communities throughout the Dominican Republic—because investing in children means investing in the future.

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