Sustainable Development
When we started Puntacana Resort over 45 years ago, the concept of “sustainable development” didn’t yet exist. We made all our important decisions based on a deep respect for the Dominican Republic, its people, and its incredible natural resources
Our innovations in building our airport, golf courses, and resort community reflect our deep commitment to protecting the natural environment and local communities. Many of our early development practices are recognized as “sustainable tourism” and have earned us numerous international sustainable tourism awards.
Fundación Puntacana has been a pioneering non-profit organization in the Dominican Republic, leading several sustainable development initiatives in the country's eastern region. Recognizing that the main assets of Caribbean tourism are its nature and its people, the foundation's mission is to protect and preserve the natural resources of the Punta Cana region and create opportunities for the area's inhabitants, improving the well-being of local communities.
Fundacion Puntacana collaborates with dozens of strategic partners from the private, public, and civil society sectors to address social and environmental challenges. Education, health, coral reef restoration, endangered species conservation, community entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, solid waste management and ecotourism are some of the foundation's main focuses.
Fundacion Puntacana has received numerous international awards for its innovations and commitment to sustainable tourism, including awards from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), Conde Nast Traveler, Travel & Leisure and National Geographic Traveler.
Global Giving
The Fundación Puntacana is registered with GlobalGiving. To make a tax-deductible donation to the Foundation, please click here. You can also send a check with Fundacion Grupo Puntacana in the memo to: GlobalGiving, 1023 15th Street, NW, 12th Floor, Washington, DC 20005.
(GlobalGiving is 501(c)3 organization (EIN: 30-0108263). All projects listed on their website have passed a rigorous audit to ensure they have a bona fide charitable purpose and meet applicable laws relating to international philanthropy.
Pack for a Purpose
Fundación Puntacana proudly participates in Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that enables travelers to create a lasting impact in the community they visit. By setting aside a small space in your luggage for supplies needed by local schools or medical clinics, you can make a priceless difference in the lives of our local children and families. Please click here to view the list of supplies needed for our project/projects.
