Latest news and stories about charity in Portugal for expats and residents.
The association holds various charity events throughout the year, with funds going towards improving the quality of life for young people facing difficulties.
Sunday, June 7 was APAA’s big day out, and the sun greeted my arrival at Taberna do Sul, in Praia da Rocha, with full Algarve enthusiasm. Produced by Paul Jokinen-Carter, The post A paw-fect afternoon: APAA Summer Party raises €1,600 for local animals appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The 15th edition of the charity campaign runs until June 26th to raise support for the 'abem: Rede Solidária do Medicamento' programme. The goal is to donate change to those in need.
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British twin sisters Kloe and Mariah Bye have announced plans to complete a 30-kilometre charity run from Salir to the Albufeira fire station on September 12 in support of the The post Twin sisters take on 30km run to help Algarve’s volunteer firefighters appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Union of Portuguese Misericórdias (UMP) celebrates its 50th anniversary.
The event provided an opportunity for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and discover new volunteering opportunities while continuing the Network’s current Business Awareness Focus initiative. A highlight of the meeting The post Portugal Charity Network meeting highlights business awareness for charities appeared first on Portugal Resident.
“We say it every year, that it happens too quickly or overnight…” Job finished, the last Pop-Up for the season. Good sales and happy result for the animals. The Association The post APAA – Setting up for the summer season appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Food Bank Against Hunger mobilised more than 40,000 volunteers in supermarkets across the country.
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1,930 tonnes of food were collected this weekend.
The Food Bank Against Hunger campaign ends this Sunday and relies on the help of 40,000 volunteers, including former president Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
The latest update on the Food Bank's campaign shows a 7% increase in donations compared to the same period last year.
Partygoers were treated to a South African-style braai (bbq), along with other delicious savoury and salad dishes, all prepared by members of the club. The deserts were also in abundance, The post Rotary Club of Silves raises 1,500€ for community projects appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The “Todos pela Marinha Grande” festival takes place on June 5th and 6th. Ticket proceeds will go towards the reconstruction of six associations affected by the storm Kristin. Tickets cost 15 euros.
Get ready for a truly unforgettable afternoon as APAA (Association for Protection of Animals Algarve) proudly presents a one-of-a-kind Charity Variety Show – a celebration of creativity, community, and compassion. The post APAA Charity Show – only a few tickets left! appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Helping Hands Algarve, together with São Brás Amigos do Museu, is collecting personal hygiene and household products for local charities: Organisers welcome: Donations can be dropped off at the Amigos The post Shoebox Project 2026 – Helping Hands Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident.
On Tuesday, May 12, David Larson, owner of The Wandering Fools in Carvoeiro, presented Debby Burton, founder of Associação Alerta de Incêndio Florestal/Forest Fire Alert (Alerta), with a €557 donation The post Community spirit shines in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A stainless steel bottle featuring a trackable QR code is being distributed across Greater Porto to encourage taxpayers to donate 1% of their income tax (IRS) to non-profit organisations. The 'Bottle Up' project, created by the Católica Students' Consulting junior enterprise, simplifies the donation process via the Tax Authority portal. The initiative aims to increase the current low participation rate of 18% in tax designations, while also promoting sustainability by replacing single-use plastics. The project is supported by partners including Águas do Porto and Mota-Engil ATIV.
Carvoeiro Cat Charity is holding a fundraising dinner on Friday, June 19 at Victoria’s in Poço Barreto (Silves). Meeting at 7pm for 7.30pm dinner service. The menu is as follows: The post Carvoeiro Cat Charity fundraising dinner in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Brazilian activist Zé do Pedal is embarking on another global adventure on his bicycle. This time, he will travel from northern Norway to Portugal. The seven-month journey aims to raise funds for institutions that care for children with cancer. Watch the interview conducted in Lisbon. DN Brasil is a section of Diário de Notícias dedicated to the Brazilian community living in or planning to move to Portugal. The articles are written in Brazilian Portuguese. The Brazilian Consulate in Lisbon expects an increase in birth registrations following a change in nationality law. Brazil's first-round World Cup matches will be broadcast for free on YouTube in Portugal, with CazéTV set to stream the games.
The Algarve Oncology Association (AOA) is organising its annual charity dinner in Tavira, with the 16th edition scheduled for Saturday, June 6 at 8pm. The event will take place at The post AOA hosts charity dinner in Tavira to support cancer patients appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Chef Tanka marks three decades of his career in Portugal by hosting a series of solidarity-focused dining events.
Caritas revealed that it has already distributed 142,088.85 euros in aid. About 125,000 euros were allocated to the repair and reconstruction of houses.
With a price of 50 euros, the profits from the dinners will be split equally between the aid institution for children and young people in Portugal and Nepal. The chef wants to show his “gratitude” in this way.
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