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Porto Events














From fundraisings to fun-raisings and everything in between,
there's always something for everyone!
Upcoming Events
- Sat, Dec 09ViennaDec 09, 4:00 PM – 9:30 PMVienna, 8601 Wolftrap Rd SE, Vienna, VA 22182, USAWe are excited to invite you to Porto Charities Annual Christmas Party. This event is open to all people with disabilities, their families and friends. We will have a delicious dinner along with caroling, arts and crafts, DJ, dancing, and a special visit from Santa. OLGC offers vigil Mass at 4:00pm.
- Sat, Feb 17Saint John Paul the Great HSFeb 17, 2024, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PMSaint John Paul the Great HS, Potomac Shores, 17700 Dominican Dr, Dumfries, VA 22026, USAIn partnership with the Office of Catholic Schools, the Office of Faith Formation, and the four Diocesan High Schools we will host "Creating Communities that Foster Mental Health for All" at Saint John Paul the Great High School.
Past Events
- Thu, Nov 16WebinarNov 16, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PMWebinarWith the holiday season upon us, there is no better time to reflect on the why of our vocation as teachers. Join us online to learn strategies for avoiding burnout while staying on fire for Catholic Education.
- Fri, Oct 27Bishop Ireton Parking LotOct 27, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PMBishop Ireton Parking Lot, 201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314, USAJoin us for an All-Abilities Saint-themed Trunk or Treat party with the Junior Catholic Daughters of America.
- Thu, Oct 26Zoom webinar.Oct 26, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMZoom webinar.Learn about our PortoWorks Employment Program and the more than 20 young adults with IDD currently employed in our Diocesan schools and parishes, why inclusive employment is important, what is Customized Employment, and what other employment opportunities can be developed in our community.
- Sun, Oct 08Holy Spirit Catholic ChurchOct 08, 10:30 AMHoly Spirit Catholic Church, 5121 Woodland Way, Annandale, VA 22003, USASave the Date for the Bishop's Annual Disability Awareness Mass
- Fri, Oct 06Twin Lakes Golf CourseOct 06, 8:00 AMTwin Lakes Golf Course, 6201 Union Mill Rd, Clifton, VA 20124, USASave the Date for Porto Charities 15th Annual Golf Tournament
- Multiple DatesSun, Aug 06Prince William County Gov. -Ferlazzo BldAug 06, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMPrince William County Gov. -Ferlazzo Bld, 15941 Donald Curtis Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191, USACome with your family to enjoy a wonderful performance by Heart House Inclusive, a production non-profit designed to help integrate actors and performers with disabilities into mainstream theater.
- Sat, Jun 24ArlingtonJun 24, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PMArlington, 6600 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA 22213, USASave the Date for Porto Charities 1st Annual Advocacy Awards on June 24, 2023.
- Tue, May 16WebinarMay 16, 12:30 PMWebinarLearn about Porto Charities' innovative Employment Program. This webinar is ideal for young adults with ID/DD, their parents, and all potential employers.
- Thu, May 11Zoom WebinarMay 11, 7:30 PM – May 12, 8:40 PMZoom WebinarLearn how to teach social skills explicitly and help students regulate their behavior in the classroom
- Sun, Apr 23St. Bernadette Catholic SchoolApr 23, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMSt. Bernadette Catholic School, 7600 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22152, USACYO coach Keith Pohlmeier and the confirmation class will hold an inclusive basketball event.
- Sat, Apr 15Columbus Club Main HallApr 15, 7:00 PMColumbus Club Main Hall, 5115 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA 22207, USAKick off our 100th Birthday Celebration with this event that takes us back to the Roaring 20s when our Council was founded!
- Thu, Feb 23ZoomFeb 23, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMZoomDiscover ABLE accounts and the national ABLEnow program. During this session, we will cover: What is an ABLEnow account? Who is eligible? How an ABLEnow account can be used, and features and benefits of ABLEnow
- Sat, Dec 03ViennaDec 03, 2022, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PMVienna, 8601 Wolftrap Rd SE, Vienna, VA 22182, USAThe Porto Christmas Party is back with an even bigger holiday celebration! The evening is designed to have YOUR family celebrate with OUR family. There will be activities for children of all ages and a special visit from Santa! Music, great food and even better company, you can't miss it!
- Thu, Nov 10ZoomNov 10, 2022, 7:00 PMZoomJoin us for "Estate Planning for Individuals with Special Needs and their Families." This online seminar will provide an overview of the unique estate planning challenges faced by individuals with special needs and their families.
- Sat, Nov 05ArlingtonNov 05, 2022, 8:30 PM – Nov 06, 2022, 12:00 PMArlington, 6600 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA 22213, USAJoin us for the 1st Catholic Conference on Inclusion in the Diocese of Arlington, featuring keynote conversation, breakout sessions, exhibition and networking area, and Mass celebrated by Bishop Burbidge.
- Mon, Oct 24ZoomOct 24, 2022, 7:00 PMZoomThe Basilica of St. Mary has graciously agreed to share with us their thriving Mater Dei services for students with disabilities. The presentation will be followed by Q&A. This is a great opportunity for schools to learn about how to better serve their students with disabilities.
- Sat, Jul 23Falls ChurchJul 23, 2022, 12:30 PMFalls Church, 3305 Glen Carlyn Rd, Falls Church, VA 22041, USAWe are excited to announce our 1st ever Inclusive Family Picnic! At Porto Charities, Inc. we are committed to embracing and celebrating our children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and we want you to join us!
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