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WELCOME TOthe DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Who We Are
Wine to Water’s US staff consists of 6 full-time and 5 part-time members. We consider ourselves family but live in different parts of the country and are seldom in the same place at once. We are united by our passion for clean water and the joy we get from working with our local partners on the ground. Wine To Water has worked in 17 countries. We have ongoing projects in 7 countries on 4 continents, and support thirty international aid workers.
Our Mission
Wine To Water™ is a non-profit organization focused on providing clean water & sanitation to people in need around the world. Nearly 800 million people in the world today lack access to adequate water and 2.5 billion people lack access to improved sanitation. We are devoted to fighting this epidemic. Wine symbolizes fortune in our society. Our goal is to give the fortunate population an opportunity to fight for those who can't fight for themselves.
What We Do
Each project is unique, but the common theme is that we use local people in each coun-try. We develop leaders in the community and educate them on proper water and sanita-tion methods to promote sustainable. Our work empowers the local community to help them meet their ongoing needs.
With every project, the common thread in our work is:
How We Began
Doc Hendley is the founder and international president of Wine To Water. In 2003 he dreamed up the concept of the organization, while bartend-ing and playing music in nightclubs around Raleigh, North Carolina. The first fundraiser was held in January of 2004 and by August of that year Doc was living in Darfur, Sudan installing water systems for victims of the government supported genocide. When Doc returned home in August of 2005, the haunting memories of what he had seen in Darfur drove him to continue building the organi-zation he started two years earlier.In 2007, with the addition of Vice President Annie Marion, Wine To Water became an official 501(c)(3) non-profit. In 2009 Doc and the work of the Wine To Water team was recognized by the CNN Heroes program, launching the organization's efforts globally. Doc's dream, and the goal of Wine To Water, is to quench the thirst of those in need.
-Insuring that the proper type of water system is used for that specific community-Our methods included shallow & deep wells, well repairs, ceramic water filters, bio-sand filters, Sawyer filters, and rain-water harvest tanks-We also improve sanitation using latrine and hygiene education -We use local materials whenever possible-We monitor and report on all our projects-We are constantly developing our programs and striving for more efficient systems
Our PartnersWe have 30 international, on the ground partners including: Agua y VidaFilter PureConnect Africa & SP-UK Water is Life Kone Kmeng Zakat Foundation
ABOUT WINE TO WATER
THE WATER CRISIS
6.7 billion people on earth
800 millionlack access to clean water
lack access to basic sanitation2.5 billion
Every 20 seconds, a child dies of a waterborne illness.
Every Month, we add 8,000 more people by providing/producing:- 1 Rainwater Harvest Tank in Uganda- 1 Deep Well in Ethiopia- 4 Well Repairs in Uganda- 10 Latrines in Cambodia- 10 Wells in Cambodia- 40 Bio-Sand Filters in Uganda- 100 total Sawyer Filters in 5 countries - 600 Ceramic Water Filters in Haiti
people with access to clean water250,000
Since 2004 WTW has providedSudan
UgandaIndia
CambodiaPeru
EthiopiaSri Lanka
South AfricaHaiti
VietnamEcuador
ZimbabweSyria
KenyaColombia GuatemalaPhilippines
We have water projects in 17 countries
MEET THE TEAM
Doc Hendley, Founder
AllenPeterson
Before joining Wine To Water, Allen had careers as a trial lawyer, entrepreneur and part owner of a candy manu-facturing plant. He joined the team in 2012, to be part of a quirky group of ordinary people doing an extraordinary job for those most in need.
JoshElliott
Josh Elliott began volunteering with Wine To Water as a student in 2009. He started the first Wine To Water Campus Chapter at Appalachian State University. Today, he manages the Campus Chapter program and Wine To Waters media presence.
AnnieMarion
Annie developed a heart for helping those in need on her first international trip to India in 1999. For the past ten years she has worked for non-profit aid organizations. She joined Wine To Water in 2007 and currently serves as the Vice President.
Doc Hendley is the founder and international president of Wine To Water. The first fundraiser was held in January of 2004 and by August of that year Doc was living in Darfur, Sudan installing water systems for victims of the government supported genocide. When Doc returned home in August of 2005, the haunting memories of what he had seen in Darfur drove him to continue building the organization. In 2007, with the addition of vice president Annie Marion, Wine To Water became an official 501(c)(3) non-profit. In 2009 Doc and the work of the Wine To Water team was recognized by the CNN Heroes program, launching the organization's efforts globally.
JessupMarion
Jessup Marion is the Wine Director for Wine To Water. He has 13 years of experi-ence in the wine and beverage industry. As Wine Director, Jessup developed Wine to Wa-ter's private wine brand and enjoys introducing the wine world to the need for clean water.
TonyBellagamba
Tony Bellagamba is the Development Director for Wine to Water. Tony has worked in Mergers and Acquisitions for several years and now heads up sales for a software com-pany in Chicago, IL. He resides just outside of Chicago with his wife and two daughters and also has a son on the way.
LisaMerritt
Lisa Merritt currently lives in Raleigh, NC and serves as the Volunteer Coordi-nator for Wine to Water. She has been coordinat-ing volunteers internation-ally since 2005 and is passionate about con-necting people to service opportunities around the world, while exposing them to the global water crisis.
Whitney Hendley
After graduating from Appalachian State University with a degree in Marketing, Whitney Hend-ley began working at Wine To Water as the Events & Church Coordi-nator. She is passionate about serving others and bringing fun and authenticity to her work.
KyleLomax
Kyle Lomax is currently serving as the Interna-tional Project Manager for Wine to Water. Kyle is especially gifted in build-ing relationships wherever he travels and is able to teach the importance of clean water and create sustainable ways of attaining clean water throughout the world.
LisaMerritt
LisaBallantine
International DirectorLisa has lived in the Dominican Republic (DR) for 14 years. She is pas-sionate about the right for all people to have clean water and believes that the best way to achieve this is to empower local people.
BradPonack
Director of OperationsBrad is passionate about empowering local techni-cians in the ceramic filter technology. Brad is a ceramic engineer and one of the best in his field.
IngridMarmelejos
Country DirectorWhen Ingrid started with Filterpure she was a secre-tary with a dream to learn International Business. She is now the Director in Country and is doing a wonderful job managing an international NGO.
RadhamesCarela
Local Filterpure TechnicianRadhames is the man who makes every filter for the DR. He is a wonderful man who wants to change the world by bringing clean water to those in need.
MEET THE FILTERPURE TEAM
GEOGRAPHIC INFODOMINICAN REPUBLIC
443 million school days are lost each
year from water-related illness.
Motto: "God, Fatherland, Liberty"Capital: Santo DomingoPopulation: Around 10 MillionCurrency: PesoReligion: Dominantly Roman CatholicGovernment Structure: Unitary Presidential RepublicGDP (PPP) -Total: $98.7 Billion -Per Capita: $9,646Official Language: SpanishNational Sport: BaseballStaple Foods: Plaintains, Rice, MeatMajor Exports: Cocoa, Coffee, Gold (Rum, Vegetables, Cigars)Major Imports: Petroleum and Industrial Raw Materials
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRUCTION
*We are open to requests for special projects with pre-trip approval. Projects that need attention are local
health clinics and medical issues.
WATER OPPORTUNITIESFilter Manufacturing and Distribution.
For on-site building and improvements.
What will I do in Dominican Republic?
TYPICAL SCHEDULEFridayPM: Arrive and Team Orientation.
SaturdayAM: Work in the Filter FactoryPM: Dinner and Dancing on the town! :)
SundayAM: Attend local churchesPM: White Water Rafting
MondayAM: Work in FactoryPM: Work in Factory
TuesdayAM: Work in FactoryPM: Water Education Training
WednesdayAM: Filter DistributionPM: Filter Distribution
ThursdayAM: Filter DistributionPM: Filter Distribution
FridayAM: Clean UpPM: Finish Projects
SaturdayAM: RestPM: Ecotourism
SundayAM: Depart
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: What should a team pack?A: Work clothes (pants are recommended due to mosquitos), work gloves, shorts, church outfit, warm jacket, toiletries, Bible, notebook, reusable water bottle, closed-toe work shoes (tennis shoes are fine), sunscreen, beach towel, camera (optional), hat, rain coat, per-sonal medications, and passport. You do not need to bring bedding or towels, those will all be provided for you, but bring a pillow if you want one.
Q: What airport should we plan to fly into?A: Santiago, Dominican Republic (STI)
Q: Is there a dress code?A: We ask that you dress modestly. .
Q: Will a children's program need to be prepared? A: Children's Programs can be arranged if the team is interested, but teams do not need to prepare a program before hand.
Q: Do we need a visa?A: There is no visa required, but you will need to purchase a Tourist Card when you arrive. Each card is $10/person. This must be paid IN CASH, so be sure to bring cash with you on the plane!
Q: What type of payments are accepted in your country?A: Cash is the best method of payment. Credit cards, money orders, and other payment methods are difficult to use. The site hosts can exchange money for you once you get to the base. We do not recommend exchanging money at the airport, but you can if it is necessary.
Q: Is there an age requirement?A: Individual: If you are traveling as an individual, you must be 18 years of age or older.Group: If you are traveling in a group, the age requirement is up to the leader of your group. Keep in mind that Wine to Water has apolicy that anyone age 12 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Q: What is the recommended group size? A: The maximum group size is 20 for the Dominican Republic. We have two rooms that can host 10 people each, so we can split between men and women, or have 10 in each.
Q: Will there be snacks to purchase?A: Bring your own snacks, villages have very limited to buy.
Q: What are the living conditions like? A: There are bunk beds and hammocks. There are showers with hot water, if there is electricity.
Q: Is there a way to contact home?A: We encourage you to unplug as much as possible while on your volun-teer trip. Even if internet is available, we ask that you limit time spent online so that you can fully engage in the experience. There is internet access in the DR, but it is not very strong, so only small emails can be sent. The site leaders will have cell phones for any emergencies.
Q: What vaccinations and medications are needed?A: We recommend that you check with your doctors (ideally 4-6 weeks before departure) for any personal medications, letting them know where and when you will be traveling.
Required Vaccinations and Medications:-Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine-Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine-Hepatitis A-Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis vaccine
Recommendations for other medications:-Diarrhea/Stomach medication-Anything for dehydration
In addition to those listed above the CDC (Center for Disease Control, www.cdc.gov) also recommends that you are updated on the following vaccines. ***These are not required***-Rabies Vaccine-Hepatitis B-Typhoid-Malaria medicine (taken orally before, during, and after your trip)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Are the electrical outlets the same as they are in the US?A: The outlets are the same as they are in the States, but the electrictiy is inconsistent and low. In order to conserve the amount of electricity, we ask that volunteers leave the hairdryers, straightening irons, etc. at home.
Q: What can a team bring to donate?A: Filer Pure will send a wish list to Wine to Water periodically. Please email Lisa Merritt at [email protected] and ask for this updated wish list. Small toys for the children are great, but we ask that you refrain from bringing candy for them.
Q: What is the weather like?A: We encourage all of our volunteers to check the weather before de-parting, but normally the Dominican Republic is hot and sunny during the day, and rainy in the evening.
Q: What will meals be like?A: Dominican cuisine is predominantly Spanish, Taíno, and African. The typical dishes are filled with fresh plaintains, rice, and meat.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CONTACT INFORMATIONWine to Water (stateside):Office Phone: 828.355.9655
Lisa [email protected] (Skype)
or
Allen [email protected]
FilterpureHuegrito Moca, Dominican Republic
Lisa [email protected]
Ingrid [email protected]