Events
Come spend time with us — we like to have fun for the cause. We host and partner with other organizations to raise money for community engagement, assistance, and outreach programs. All contributions are tax deductible.
You can always donate fast and efficiently via our secured Zelle friendsofporus@gmail.com or PayPal @fopinc.
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2026-27 Back-to-School Shoe Drive
FOP has raised over $1,000,000 JMD to provide over 200 pairs of school shoes for students in or around the Porus community across 8 primary and infant schools. This year, thanks to our many sponsors and donors, children will have the necessary shoes to attend school.
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Primary schools served
| School | City / Town | Fitting Date | Presentation Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SchoolPorus Primary | City / TownPorus | Fitting DateSep 8, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 14, 2026 |
| SchoolPorus Infant | City / TownPorus | Fitting DateSep 8, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 14, 2026 |
| SchoolSt. Jago Infant and Primary | City / TownWhitfield Hill | Fitting DateSep 9, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 15, 2026 |
| SchoolHarmon's Primary and Infant | City / TownSt. Jago | Fitting DateSep 9, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 15, 2026 |
| SchoolVictoria Town Primary & Infant | City / TownSt. Jago | Fitting DateSep 9, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 15, 2026 |
| SchoolCampbell's Castle Primary | City / TownHopewell | Fitting DateSep 9, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 15, 2026 |
| SchoolBroadleaf Primary | City / TownMelrose Hill | Fitting DateSep 10, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 16, 2026 |
| SchoolRamble Primary | City / TownMelrose Hill | Fitting DateSep 10, 2026 | Presentation DateSep 16, 2026 |
Upcoming Events
2026-27 Back-to-School Shoe Drive
FOP has raised over $1,000,000 JMD to provide over 200 pairs of school shoes for students across 8 primary and infant schools in and around the Porus community.
30 Year Anniversary Charity Banquet
Back where it all started — Bronx, NY. Celebrate 30 years with the Porus diaspora.
Past Events
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Soirée en Blanc — Sweet Sixteenth Anniversary All-White Gala
Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Greentree Country Club, New Rochelle NY. Hosted by the Signature Society, honoring Food for the Poor–Jamaica, with a waterfront Caribbean buffet and music by Road International.
Porus Primary School Class of 2026 School Leaving Ceremony
Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 10:00 AM at Trinity Baptist Church, Main Street, Porus. FOP President Mr. Carson Robinson served as guest speaker.
2026 Homecoming — Community Street Fair
Friday, July 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Kenmart Plaza. Special performance by Chino & The Big Ship Family, music by G-Empire Sound System, games and prizes.
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2026 Homecoming — Community Health Fair
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM at the Porus Health Clinic. Free blood pressure, blood sugar and mental health screening, back-to-school medicals and more.
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2026 Homecoming — Student Leadership Workshop
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 8:30 AM at Porus Primary School. Leadership sessions, math competition and back-to-school giveaways.
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Family Fun Day Picnic
A day of food, games and fellowship with families at Glenn Island Park.
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Youth Leadership Workshop
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Giving Back to Porus Schools
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Annual Banquet Charity Ball
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Annual Bingo Zoom Trivia Fundraiser
Annual BBQ & Family Fun Day — Toronto
Porus Reunion Homecoming Celebration
"Last Annual Charity Banquet — November 22, 2025." Join us for the 30-Year milestone in 2026.