Port Bell Academy
Port Bell Academy is an extracurricular and para-university training space at the service of youth and supportive of the family’s educational role. Yet it is more than just a learning center—it is a vibrant community space dedicated to the holistic development of young people. Our mission is to support families by providing a decentralized, collaborative environment where every student is the protagonist of their own growth.
What We Offer
Our modular programs are tailored to various age groups and interests, ensuring every participant finds their path to excellence:
Skill Building: IT tools, study techniques, and entrepreneurship
Leadership: Mentoring, ethics, and leadership training
Creativity & Health: Culinary arts, theater, sports, and holiday camps
Study Space: Free access to study rooms
Our Core Values
At PBA, we believe in the "Multiplier Effect" of service. We focus on:
Outreach: Learning the value of what we can do for others
Synergy: Growing through teamwork and friendship
Spirit of Service: Cultivating a love for work well done, adding value
Our Roots
PBA is an initiative of the Association for the Integral Development of the Person (ADIP) and the Association for the Promotion of Women and the Family (APF). Spiritual formation is entrusted to Opus Dei, an institution of the Catholic Church, for those who wish to participate.
Our Milestone & Current Goal
We are thrilled to announce that the construction of the permanent Port Bell Academy premises was successfully completed in December 2023. This state-of-the-art facility is now ready to serve as a hub for empowerment and excellence.
Our Current Mission: Furnishing for Impact
With the structure in place, our current priority is to transform these rooms into a warm, welcoming, and functional environment. We are seeking funds to provide adequate furniture that will:
Create a convivial atmosphere for the girls and women who utilize our facilities
Equip our free study rooms and modular training workshops with professional-grade tools
Ensure that the physical space reflects the dignity and potential of every participant
To learn more, visit: portbellacademy.org/
To donate by check:
Make check out to American Initiatives for Social Development with the memo line “Port Bell Academy” and send to:
American Initiatives for Social Development
PO Box 1670
New York, NY 10156-1670