In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we speak with Edwin Manzano, founder of FAMS Aviation. Based in Ft. Lauderdale, Kenya, and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, FAMS Aviation began in 1996 as Caribbean Helicopters, offering helicopter tours in Bavaro and Bayahibe. Since rebranding in 2006, they have become a leader in private jet charter services, aviation consulting, aircraft management, flight crew services, and maintenance.

In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we're joined by Cora Taveras from Canada, who shares how she turned a simple donation idea into Tabitha's Closet, a growing social outreach program that now supports families, orphanages, churches, and charities throughout the Dominican Republic. What began with collecting clothing and household items has expanded to include food, non-perishables, furniture, beds, and even refrigerators—all distributed completely free of charge to those in need. With the help of expats, volunteers, and even international foundations, Cora's work through Misión Caribe is a beautiful example of compassion in action.