Bario Las Malvinas
Dominican Republic
About Bario Las Malvinas
Las Malvinas is a vulnerable community in the Dominican Republic where many families face the daily challenges of poverty, instability, and limited access to quality education. Children growing up here are often at risk—some are orphans, others come from homes deeply affected by economic hardship, and many are exposed to societal issues like early pregnancy, drug use, and prostitution at a young age.
In the midst of these realities, Las Malvinas is also a place of resilience. Families deeply value education but often lack the financial resources to send their children to school. The community includes a significant Haitian population, many of whom struggle with legal documentation that limits their children’s access to public education.
Despite the challenges, there is hope in Las Malvinas. Through local efforts like the El Renacer Care Center, children are gaining access to consistent schooling, a safe environment, and the opportunity to build a brighter future.
Their Community Goals
Expand access to quality, Christ-centered education with financial support for school fees, improve classroom resources, and ensure inclusive education for vulnerable and undocumented children.
Strengthen after-school programs, hire trained educators, and bring in a special needs counselor to meet students where they are.
Empower youth through vocational & entrepreneurship training.
Connect children and youth with Christ-centered mentors to encourage character development, discipleship, and long-term support.
Equip emerging local leaders with faith-based training to build sustainable, community-led solutions.
Improve access to clean water and sanitation through latrine construction and hygiene education, especially for families in poverty.
Use sports camps to engage children, promote values, build relationships, and introduce families to the local church.
Stories from Bario Las Malvinas
410 Day: A New Frontier for Impact in the Dominican Republic
Every year on April 10th, we celebrate 410 Day—a day where we come together to support communities in need and fuel sustainable, Christ-centered transformation. This year, 410 Day is more important than ever because we’re stepping into a brand-new country: the Dominican Republic.
The challenges in these communities are urgent, and we need your help to bring real change.
Sponsor a Child in the Dominican Republic for the First Time with 410 Bridge!
We have an exciting announcement — for the very first time, you can now sponsor a child in the Dominican Republic through 410 Bridge!
Child sponsorship has always been at the heart of what we do. It’s not just about giving — it’s about walking alongside a child as they discover their potential and begin to see themselves as part of the solution to poverty. It’s about encouragement, relationship, and hope. And now, this life-changing opportunity is expanding into the Dominican Republic.
Mission: Hope Joins The 410 Bridge Family!
We have some incredible news to share—The 410 Bridge is thrilled to welcome Mission: Hope into our family! For years, both of our organizations have been dedicated to sustainable, Christ-centered community development in some of the most vulnerable communities around the world. And now, by coming together, we’re expanding our impact in powerful ways.
This partnership is more than just an expansion—it’s an opportunity to reach more people with the hope of the gospel and strengthen the way we serve communities.
