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A COLLECTIVE OF VOLUNTEERS. A SHARED COMMITMENT TO DOMINICA.
Serving since 2015
Rebuild Dominica, Inc. Koudmen logoREBUILD DOMINICA, INC.PEOPLE. PURPOSE. POSSIBILITY.
Rooted in Dominica. Connected across borders.

When we come together, Dominica moves forward.

We bring people, expertise and resources together to support recovery, expand opportunity and strengthen communities in Dominica.

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Founded in 2015Born from a community’s response to Tropical Storm Erika.
Volunteer expertiseSkills, relationships and a shared commitment to service.
Registered nonprofitA 501(c)(3) organization supporting Dominica’s communities.
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Where purpose becomes action

Our work has many hands.

From disaster response to educational opportunity, lasting progress starts with people willing to contribute.

Cadets delivering relief supplies in Dominica after Tropical Storm Erika, 2015 01 / RECOVERY

Relief & Resilience

From emergency relief to long-term resilience, we help connect skills, supplies and support where they are needed.

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Joseph John Thomas, RDI scholarship recipient at The Piney Woods School 02 / OPPORTUNITY

Education & Pathways

Scholarships, school partnerships and learning resources help open new possibilities for Dominican students.

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The Piney Woods School scholarship program

Opportunity begins with support.

Support our two scholars today. Help create the next opportunity for a young person from Dominica.

Parents. Students. Educators. Supporters.

Help shape the next opportunity.

Bring your perspective to RDI’s education committee and help support students, families and future scholarship applicants.

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Looking ahead / Fall 2028

Prepare now. Apply when the program opens.

Formal scholarship applications are not open. RDI expects to announce the application opening date in early 2027. Parents and guardians may register interest. Families and educators may also nominate a prospective student.

Fall 2028 applications: Not yet open.Current RDI preparation guideline: B average or higher, subject to confirmation for the 2028 cohort.
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Family interest registration Open form ↗

For parents and legal guardians. This is an interest registration, not a scholarship application, admission decision or guarantee. RDI will announce the application opening date in early 2027.

Preview application preparation requirements View checklist ↗

Preview only. Formal applications are closed. These are the requirements used in RDI's previous application process; final Fall 2028 eligibility and documents are subject to RDI and Piney Woods School confirmation. This preview collects no information.

What prospective students can prepare

  • Academic progress: Work toward a B average or higher. RDI must confirm the final 2028 minimum; Piney Woods makes its own admission decisions.
  • Leadership essay: Prepare approximately 400 words about leadership, a time you demonstrated it, or someone whose leadership inspires you.
  • School references: Identify English and mathematics teachers and a principal or guidance counselor who can provide references.
  • School records: Keep report cards and transcripts available for when applications open.
  • Family planning: Discuss travel funding, official school break dates, supervised accommodation during breaks, age-specific airline escort requirements, and possible visa requirements with a parent or guardian. Confirm arrangements with the school and travel providers.

Scholarship scope: RDI's scholarship may provide up to four years of tuition and boarding, subject to the award terms and annual eligibility. Families should plan to cover flights and other travel expenses themselves. Confirm dates, residence-hall closures and permitted move-in times directly with Piney Woods School before booking travel. School-selected summer internships are not guaranteed.

Official starting points: Piney Woods admissions ↗ School calendar ↗ U.S. student visa guidance ↗ Children’s travel guidance ↗ RDI student resources ↗

Interest registration or nomination does not replace the formal application process. The application opening date will be announced in early 2027.

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Families, educators and community members may suggest a prospective student. A nomination is preliminary, does not open an application, and does not guarantee an award. Do not include sensitive student information in the nomination explanation.

A nomination starts a conversation. The student and parent or guardian will still need to complete an application.

Stories from our community

The work. The people. The conversation.

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Selected partners

Better work, together.

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The Piney Woods SchoolThe Piney Woods School ↗ Project C.U.R.E.Project C.U.R.E. ↗ OmniSystemsOmniSystems ↗ Infinity Wealth ManagementInfinity Wealth Management ↗ Law Offices of Gabriel J. ChristianLaw Offices of Gabriel J. Christian ↗ Caribbean Cargo DCCaribbean Cargo DC ↗ Above Prestige Public RelationsAbove Prestige Public Relations ↗ Many hands. More possibility.Your expertise belongs here.Become a partner ↗
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Your contribution helps keep the work moving. Help RDI connect resources, expertise and opportunity with the communities we serve.

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The strength of our collective

A wealth of experience. A shared sense of purpose.

Our story is built by people whose professional skills and community connections become resources for others.

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