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Watch what a week with CUPS Mission actually looks like — the villages, the kids, and the families whose lives are changing because people decided to show up.
Dominican Republic · 2026 Serve Teams
Spend one week. Change a child's whole story.
Join CUPS Mission in Sosúa for six days of Bible camps, home visits, and real relationships with children and families in six local villages. No experience needed — just a willing heart.
Open to ages 8–80 · Individuals & groups welcome · $300 reserves your place
Why this matters
Rescue a child. Transform a family.
A strange tide stranded thousands of starfish on the shore. A man walked the beach, throwing them back one by one. “There are thousands — what difference can you make?” someone asked. He picked up another, threw it into the waves, and said: “I can make all the difference to this one.”
CUPS Mission works in the poorest communities targeted by traffickers — providing discipleship, family counseling, nutrition, medical care, and vocational education so a new life with hope becomes possible. Your week on the ground is part of that foundation.
“If you are only going to spin your wheels, you might better not do it at all. It is dangerous to raise the hopes of the hopeless and not deliver.”
— Jack Eason, CUPS Mission President
What a trip looks like
A week of showing up, fully
Mountain Village Hike
A steep climb to remote Alto de la Jagua for a Bible study, kids' mini camp, worship, and a shared community meal.
Painting Homes
Bring color to concrete-brick homes families can't afford to decorate — and dignity to the communities you serve.
Bible Camps
Serve hundreds of kids at a time — dancing, character sketches, testimonies, and prayer as they hear a Bible lesson.
House Visitations
Go door-to-door with a translator to pray with families and leave a small gift of rice and oil.
Orphanage Visit
Bring the toys, bring the energy. Hours of play and a mini Bible camp for children who need it most.
Village Movie Night
Gather families outdoors to worship, dance, sing, and enjoy a movie together under the stars.
Worship & Missionary Story
Worship with your team and Dominican friends, and hear how the Lord led missionary families to serve here.
Snorkel & Free Time
Rest and enjoy the gorgeous Dominican coast — an optional snorkeling cruise or pool time at the hotel.
Worship & Debrief
Reflect on the week together, share your "snapshot" moments, and process all the Lord has taught you.
The Essentials
Everything you need to know
2026 Trip Cost
$925 / person
Airfare not included
- $300 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot
- Remaining balance due 60 days before the trip
- Lodging, meals & in-country ministry covered
Spots are limited per team — early reservations recommended
“CUPS provides students with vocational skills to operate their own businesses. This puts them in the driver’s seat of their future.”
Missionary Mike Williams
CUPS Mission
CUPS Mission
Common questions
Answers before you ask
Do I need any mission experience?
No. Teams include first-timers and veterans alike. You’ll be guided and supported the entire week — what matters most is a willing, flexible heart.
What does the $925 cover?
Your in-country costs — lodging at the Rio Vista Mission House, meals, and ministry activities. Airfare is separate. Optional extras like a snorkeling cruise (~$35) are not included.
How do I reserve a spot?
A $300 non-refundable deposit secures your place on a team. The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure. Start by submitting the form below.
What should I pack?
Pack light and modest: one personal item plus a carry-on, with an optional checked bag for donations. Bring a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, and closed-toe shoes for work days.
Can my family or youth group come together?
Yes — groups are very welcome and a great fit. Groups need designated leaders, and minors require adult supervision at required ratios. Ages 8–80 can serve.
What is daily life on the trip like?
A full, joyful schedule — usually 2–3 activities a day, travel by open-air truck, and a lot of walking in hot, humid weather. Teams may split into smaller groups for activities.
Become the one who shows up.
Empathy is saddened by a need. Compassion does something about it. Tell us you're interested and our team will reach out with trip dates and next steps — no commitment yet.
- A real person follows up — usually within 1–2 days
- Get available 2026 team dates & details
- Ask any question before you decide
Request trip info
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