What are friends for?

Make a valuable contribution to supporting Portland College and the work it does for people with disabilities.

Join for FREE!

Becoming a friend of Portland College is a way for our supporters to become involved in College life, be kept informed of what is happening here, and also to come join us on campus for events and activities!

In return Friends will receive some great benefits such as the following:

  • Social events and other college events
  • Specially designed membership card
  • Newsletter containing information and interviews with students, volunteers and staff
  • Become involved personally with the College
  • Have the opportunity to pass on your views and suggestions

Become a Friend of Portland for FREE!

Become a Friend

Why not become a Friend of Portland? The aim of the Scheme is to build and grow support for the work of Portland College at both national and local level.… Read more

Fundraising

As well as being a national residential specialist college for people with physical and learning disabilities, Portland College is also a Registered Charity. Each year we need to raise substantial… Read more

Volunteering

We are very fortunate at Portland College to receive enthusiastic support from many dedicated volunteers. They provide valuable assistance in the classroom, enhance the lives of our students during leisure… Read more

Past Students

The Old Students' Association, now part of our Friends of Portland scheme, was founded in 1956 by a group of students and aims to enable ex-students to maintain contact and… Read more