HHART Mission 2022

On March 20, 2022, Steve, Sharon & I will arrive in the Dominican Republic for HHART, a Rotary International Service mission. I first joined this mission in 2015, and it has become a cause that is very near to my heart. This year I return on my 8th trip to the Dominican Republic and am thrilled my parents have decided to join me this year. As District Governor of Rotary District 7010, Steve & Sharon look forward to contributing to this mission on a grassroots level.

HHART stands for Hispaniola Humanitarian Assistance and Relief Team. HHART missions are supported, organized and led by Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach, and Rotary District 7010 (central & northern Ontario). The Team’s primary mission is to improve the lives of poor and disadvantaged people (primarily of Haitian heritage) living near Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, by providing much-needed medical, dental and other forms of humanitarian assistance.

We have set a goal of raising $1,500 to support this mission. All funds raised will directly support HHART operations.

$25 allows us to upgrade a potable water terminal to prevent disease and infection.

$50 will enable us to reduce the likelihood of electrical shocks or fire in three homes (shacks, really) by upgrading the make-shift electrical wiring currently in place.

$75 allows us to replace leaking roofing panels in a family’s home or install solar lights to counter power outages (which are commonplace).

$100 provides a full lab work-up, x-rays or ultrasound, and a consultation with a medical specialist for people with advanced illnesses or provides reading glasses for 20 people.

$150 buys a dozen books for the literacy program, purchases a new bed for a family in need or provides a toothless elder their first set of dentures along with newfound confidence and improved oral health.