At Empower Baseball, we believe in the transformative power of education and sports. Every day, we witness how a child’s future can change when they have access to quality programs, mentorship, and safe spaces to learn and grow.
The Dominican Republic has long been one of the richest pipelines of talent for Major League Baseball (MLB). From legends of the past to today’s superstars, Dominican baseball players continue to leave a lasting impact on the game. In 2025, when MLB’s season began, 89 Dominican players were on active rosters—the highest of any non-U.S. nation.
Empower Baseball has been approved for Walmart’s Spark for Good Round Up program, allowing online shoppers to donate spare change from their purchases directly to our education-first baseball program in the Dominican Republic. Learn how rounding up your Walmart.com purchases to the nearest dollar can provide school uniforms, tutoring support, and nutritious meals for kids choosing education over the streets – and get step-by-step instructions for signing up.
The Dominican Republic and the United States share a unique and enduring friendship. More than just neighbors in the Western.
