Agallas Equities, a New York-based private investment and development firm with strong ties to the Dominican Republic, distributed hundreds of Canastas Navideñas (holiday food baskets) to families in the Villa Hermosa community of La Romana on December 19, 2025. The initiative, part of the firm's ongoing social responsibility efforts, aims to help families celebrate Nochebuena with dignity and warmth.
Each basket contained staple items for a traditional holiday dinner, addressing food insecurity and enabling families to gather and celebrate together. For Villa Hermosa resident Maria Francisco, the gesture provided more than food assistance. "This canasta is a blessing for my family and for our entire community," Francisco said. "In these times, it means we can sit together on Nochebuena, share a traditional holiday dinner together, filled with joy and gratitude. Knowing that we are seen and supported during the holiday season means everything."
Nelson Tejada, Partner and Co-founder of Agallas Equities, emphasized that giving back is rooted in personal values and the firm's mission. "My grandmother taught me to give with your heart, not just with your hand," Tejada said. "Supporting the communities that welcome us is not an obligation, it's who we are. Moments like these in Villa Hermosa remind us why this work matters."
As Agallas Equities expands its operations in the Dominican Republic, community initiatives like this holiday giveaway remain central to its approach. The firm is committed to fostering sustainable growth and positive impact, measuring success through meaningful contributions to families and communities. To learn more about Agallas Equities, visit www.agallasequities.com.
