Most of our camp counselors are Dominican artists (professionals and students) from Santo Domingo who stay in Cabrera for the duration of our camps. Many of them for-go work in Santo Domingo or other parts of the Dominican Republic to come work with us. In order to compensate them for their time, we typically offer them a stipend of RD$2000 per week (about US$ 40). Many of our counselors have refused the stipend in the past, preferring to volunteer their time.
In addition to the offered stipend, Somos Girasoles covers counselors' transportation to and from Santo Domingo, housing, meals, and the occasional weekend trip to the beach to unwind after an exciting week of camp. All we ask is that our volunteers bring their talent and enthusiasm.
We pride ourselves on providing rural youth around Cabrera with positive examples of Dominican youth/adults who have persevered to achieve their goals. Each year we have a few counselors from the US because our founders are heavily involved in the daily operations of camp - they even give classes on occasion. If you are interested in working with us, please send us a message.