Is my donation eligible for a tax credit?
Yes.  All donations to Smiles Foundation are eligible for tax credit under registration number 86854 4362 RR0001.

How often do your programs run?
Our programs operate year-round.

How long can I volunteer for?
Our programs can be short-term or long-term.

What parts of Dominican Republic do you operate in?
In Dominican Republic, we operate in the metropolitan city of Santo Domingo, where we have three permanent clinics: Herrera, Los Rios and Pantoja. We have one clinic each in the north in Puerto Plata, in the east in Higuey, in the central part one in Moca and one in Santiago.

How do you determine my volunteer project?
After you fill out the Skill and Interest Survey, our Executive Director visits each project and discusses your background with project staff. After selecting the project that best fits your skills and interests, our staff will create a customized work schedule.

I don't feel I have any skills. How can I make a difference?
Everybody has something to offer. Most people possess skills they never knew could be of use, and it is our job to discover them. Our Skill and Interest Survey effectively gauges your background, and our staff identifies areas and projects where you can make a significant contribution.

What will be my support network while I am abroad?
The key to a successful volunteer experience is our highly qualified staff. Our program leaders average 5 years or more in development work and have experience at facilitating cross-cultural interaction.

Will there be time to travel?
Yes. In addition to evenings, you will have two weekends to spend at your leisure. Volunteers may take advantage of the numerous cultural sites and activities, e.g. the beautiful beaches in the north and east coasts and the colonial architecture in Santo Domingo.

Do you operate in other countries?
Not yet, we plan to add more countries in the future.

Do I have to be a Canadian citizen to be a Smiles Foundation volunteer?
No. We have volunteers from all over the world join the Smiles Foundation team.

I have more questions. How can I get them answered?

Contact us and we will be glad to help you.
2727 Steeles Ave. West, Suite 301, Toronto, ON, M3J 3G9
Tel. (416) 663-0445 Fax (416) 663-1973 e-mail: info@smilesfoundation.org