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VOLUNTEER VISIT US
Whether you are visiting Cabarete for a short time or live in our community permanently we welcome your help, expertise and involvement. Give back to the community that welcomes you with open arms and help make a real difference.
Experience sustainable living in action
Join us for a transformative, hands-on visit to our community spaces, where food justice and sovereignty come to life. Whether you're planting seeds in our lush garden or savoring a traditional plant-based Dominican meal, your visit supports a deeper movement rooted in anti-racism, ecological stewardship, and community empowerment.
Step into El Jardín Comunitario:
Your visit includes:
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A guided tour through the garden, highlighting plants, practices, and stories of community empowerment
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An interactive chat on food sovereignty: what it means, why it matters, and how we reclaim control over local food systems
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Hands-on volunteer activities such as:
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Planting seeds and transplanting seedlings
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Weeding and composting
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Harvesting seasonal crops
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Building raised beds and moving organic material
(Activities vary depending on the season and current garden needs)
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Tasting of seasonal plants grown in the garden
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All materials and tools provided
This is not a spectator event. It is an invitation to dig deep, get your hands in the soil, and be part of a growing movement.
Lunch at La Cocina Comunitaria:
Round out your visit with a delicious, educational experience at our community kitchen — a social enterprise dedicated to food sovereignty and heritage.
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The experience includes:
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An introductory talk on Dominican cuisine, exploring its history, African and Indigenous roots, and the evolution of its flavors
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A plant-based farm-to-table lunch, featuring seasonal ingredients grown at Cabarete Sostenible and sourced from local farmers
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A refreshing seasonal juice and homemade dessert
A conversation on La Cocina Comunitaria as a social business model; one that feeds our community and uplifts Dominican culinary traditions through education and food aid programs.
Create a Custom Group Experience:
Interested in bringing a school, organization, or community group? We’d love to co-create a meaningful visit tailored to your needs and values. Please fill out the contact form below.