Why R.E.S.T.
We believe long-term change happens through consistent presence, trusted relationships, and real collaboration. R.E.S.T. exists to create a steady hub—so visiting teams can serve well without scrambling for housing and transportation, and local families can count on year-round support.
Long-term partnership
We prioritize local leadership, local insight, and sustainable plans.
Whole-child approach
Academic growth, creativity, character, and community belonging.
Impact you can verify
2026 will be our first year as an operational Nonprofit, and we have ambitious goals!
This year, our goal is to open the first of many after-school programs in Ponce, Puerto Rico, that will operate year-round, with an added yearly layer of Medical missionary work, including Dental, Medical, and Optical services by licensed practitioners, from July 30th to Aug 10th, 2026.
Projected Students served
Goal: 30 per semester
Family resource connections
Goal: 20 referrals
Tutoring hours
Goal: 12 hours per week
Volunteer engagement
Goal: 50 volunteers
Community projects
Goal: 3 projects
Partners + Churches
We collaborate with churches, schools, clinicians, and community leaders. Partner with us in a way that fits your team.
Church Partner
Send teams, support mentorship, sponsor supplies, and build relationships that last.
Clinical Partner
Serve through supervised outreach and education pathways
(dental, vision, general health).
Corporate / Foundation Partner
Fund high-impact categories: tutoring, tech, STEM kits, transportation, and restoration projects.
Get Involved
See a need. Fill a need.