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Porto Ambassadors Program

Ambassador Program

Porto Charities Ambassador
(part-time volunteer position)

Porto Charities, Inc. (PCI) is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to increase the educational and employment opportunities available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through grant and advocacy programs supporting the Catholic Diocese of Arlington. Porto Charities believes that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve to reach their full potential by receiving an enriching Catholic education and securing meaningful employment.
Porto Ambassadors play an important role in helping Porto Charities build awareness and raise funds while serving as advocates to their local schools, parishes & businesses for the inclusion of these individuals in our communities. A Porto Ambassador serves as a part-time volunteer and liaison between Porto Charities and their local schools, parishes, and organizations to provide a “direct link” with Porto Charities.

Preferred Experience

Commitment to the belief that individuals with special needs are part of God’s creative work, and should be able to reach their full potential by having the opportunity to receive an enriching, inclusive education, and the opportunity to seek meaningful employment.
Understanding of Porto’s mission and impact on Diocesan schools, parishes, and local businesses/organizations;
Past and/or current participation as a school peer mentor, in PCI events, webinars, office work, or other volunteer activities in support of our mission.

Responsibilities

Liaison with school and/or parish leadership to determine opportunities to build awareness of Porto Charities;
Collaborate with parish and/or school staff to identify communication tools (websites, bulletins, newsletters, social media, etc.) to share Porto Charities’ information and messages. Help identify contacts, deadlines, and procedures for publication of content;
If possible, speak briefly at Masses, PTA, or PTO meetings and/or back-to-school nights and parish activities about Porto and the benefits of becoming an inclusive community along with upcoming opportunities to support PCI initiatives and programs;
Help coordinate your school, parish, or organization’s involvement in PCI special events with guidance from the Porto Charities staff;
Help coordinate at least one school/parish-based fundraising event annually to support inclusive education and PCI’s mission;
Promote Porto’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament and other friend and fundraising activities. Encourage participation and volunteer opportunities.

Schedule
Part-time, volunteer position. Flexible based on current needs, event schedule and school calendar. Time required may increase occasionally, especially during weeks leading up to major events.