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Portal,inc is dedicated to advancing employment and meaningful community for people with disabilities Portal makes a difference.

Portal, inc is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) agency that has been in continuous operation serving adult citizens with developmental disabilities since 1965. Portal has a proud history of advocating for and supporting individuals primarily from Ozaukee and surrounding counties. Today, Portal serves more than 200 people with disabilities, providing the supports and experiences to life more fulfilling and meaningful lives.

11/06/2026

🏀💚 FEAR THE DEER... PORTAL RECREATION IS IN THE HOUSE! 💚🏀

When our Portal Recreation crew heads to a Milwaukee Bucks game, you KNOW it's going to be a SLAM DUNK of a good time! 🦌🙌

Our group made their way to Fiserv Forum for an exciting night of basketball, cheering, friendship, and some pretty unforgettable moments!

But let's talk about the REAL MVP of the night...

🦌 BANGO THE BUCKS MASCOT!!! 🦌

That's right! Our Recreation crew had a special encounter with Bango himself, and he certainly knows how to make someone's night!

There were high-fives, hugs, smiles, and even a special "CONGRATS AARON!" sign! 🎉💚

And speaking of Aaron... CONGRATULATIONS, AARON! 👏🎊 We love seeing you celebrated!

But wait... there's MORE!

🏀 One of our lucky fans proudly showed off a Milwaukee Bucks THREE POINTERS T-shirt! Now THAT'S a pretty awesome souvenir to bring home!

Between the excitement of the game, the energy of the crowd, the special moments with Bango, and the friendships shared, it was definitely a night to remember!

💜 THIS IS WHY WE LOVE RECREATION AT PORTAL!

It's not just about attending a basketball game.

It's about being part of the excitement, sharing experiences with friends, meeting someone special (even if that someone happens to be a giant, furry deer! 😂), and creating memories that last long after the final buzzer.

These are the moments that make our Recreation program so meaningful!

A HUGE thank you to our incredible Recreation team for continuing to create opportunities for our participants to get out, have fun, and experience all the wonderful things our community has to offer!

📸 CHECK OUT THESE PICTURES! The smiles say it all!

💚🏀 GO BUCKS GO! 🏀💚

And here's a question for all our Bucks fans...

If you had the chance to meet Bango, would you go for a high-five, a hug, or BOTH?! 🦌🙌

11/05/2026

🎃👻 THAT'S A WRAP! HALLOWEEN RECREATION STYLE! 👻🎃

Oh, our Portal Recreation crew really knows how to throw a Halloween party! And this year, things got a little spooky, a LOT silly, and VERY wrapped up! 🤣🧻

Our Recreation participants came ready for an evening of Halloween fun, fabulous costumes, friendship, and plenty of laughter!

But the highlight of the party? Well... LET'S JUST SAY WE WENT THROUGH A LOT OF TOILET PAPER! 😂

🧻👻 INTRODUCING THE GREAT PORTAL MUMMY CHALLENGE!

The mission was simple: Take our wonderful participants, grab a few rolls of toilet paper, and transform them into the most spectacular mummies you've ever seen!

Sounds easy, right? WRONG! 🤣

There was wrapping, twisting, laughing, toilet paper flying in every direction, and some VERY creative mummy-making techniques!

Some of our participants looked like they had stepped straight out of an Egyptian tomb, while others looked like they had just survived a toilet paper tornado! 🌪️🧻

And the best part? EVERYONE WAS HAVING AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!

The room was filled with laughter, smiles, and the kind of pure joy that makes these moments so special.

💜 THIS IS WHAT PORTAL RECREATION IS ALL ABOUT!

Sure, we love a good Halloween party. And yes, watching someone get wrapped from head to toe in toilet paper is pretty hilarious!

But what we love even more is seeing friendships grow, confidence shine, and our participants enjoying experiences that create memories they'll be talking about long after the last piece of toilet paper has been cleaned up!

A HUGE shoutout to our incredible Recreation team for making this Halloween celebration such a memorable one! Your creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication bring so much happiness to our participants. 🧡

📸 NOW... YOU HAVE TO SEE THESE PICTURES!

We think our mummies deserve a standing ovation! 👏🧻

🎃 TELL US IN THE COMMENTS:
Who do you think deserves the title of PORTAL'S MUMMY OF THE YEAR?! 😂

One thing is certain...

Our Recreation crew knows how to have a frighteningly GOOD time! 👻💜

11/04/2026

💙 THE WORLD NEEDS SPECIAL PEOPLE. 💙

Sometimes, an event is so much more than a gathering. Sometimes, it becomes a moment that reminds us why we do what we do, why inclusion matters, and just how powerful human connections can be.

October was National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and here at Portal, Inc., we had the incredible privilege of hosting a very special luncheon (at the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center) celebrating inclusive employment, meaningful partnerships, and the extraordinary people who make our community better every single day.

Our amazing Portal team brought together employers, employees, community partners, and advocates for an afternoon filled with recognition, celebration, laughter, heartfelt stories, and yes... quite a few tears. ❤️

🌟 CELEBRATING OVER 30 YEARS OF INCLUSION!

One of the highlights of our luncheon was recognizing Ascension Columbia St. Mary's – Ozaukee, in partnership with TouchPoint, for their outstanding commitment to employing and supporting individuals of all abilities for more than 30 years!

We were also incredibly proud to present Saverio with a special certificate recognizing his remarkable achievement of over 30 years of employment with Ascension! Think about that for a moment. More than three decades of dedication, contribution, relationships, and belonging. That is something truly worth celebrating! 👏

Throughout the luncheon, employers and employees shared their personal experiences and stories. Each one was different, but they all carried the same powerful message: When people are given the opportunity to succeed, everyone benefits.

There truly wasn't a dry eye in the room.

And then came our keynote speaker, Portal Board Member, Chuck Zamora.

Chuck delivered an incredibly heartfelt message that had the entire room reaching for tissues. His words were genuine, powerful, and beautifully simple:

"The world needs special people."

Those five words captured everything we believe in at Portal.

💙 BUT THE STORY DOESN'T END THERE...

Among our guests were Grafton Police Chief Jeff Caponera and the department's Assistant Chief, Eric Sutherland, representing another incredible community partnership. For the past four years, the Grafton Police Department has opened its doors to inclusive employment opportunities through Portal.

Following the luncheon, we were deeply moved to discover that Chief Caponera had written an extraordinary reflection about his experience.

And his words? Well, they reminded us exactly why our work matters so much.

Chief Caponera shared something that we believe deserves to be heard far beyond the walls of Portal.

He reflected on how partnerships often begin with the belief that we are helping someone else, only to discover that the people we thought we were helping have changed us just as much.

He spoke about the impact inclusive employment has on employers, coworkers, workplaces, and entire communities. About how these relationships create opportunities to learn from one another, challenge assumptions, build friendships, and appreciate people for what they CAN do.

And perhaps most importantly, he reminded us that a truly strong community is one where everyone has a place, an opportunity to contribute, and a sense of belonging.

Chief Caponera, THANK YOU.

Thank you for attending our luncheon, for believing in our mission, for opening your department's doors, and for putting into words something that is sometimes difficult to explain.

The impact of inclusive employment isn't always something that can be measured in numbers, reports, or statistics. Sometimes, its greatest impact is felt in the hearts of the people involved.

To every employer who has said YES to inclusive employment, thank you.

To every employee who comes to work, gives their best, builds relationships, and demonstrates their abilities every day, we celebrate YOU.

To our incredible Portal Employment Services team, thank you for the dedication, compassion, and countless hours you put into creating opportunities and building partnerships that truly change lives.

And to everyone who joined us for this unforgettable luncheon, thank you for sharing your stories, your experiences, and your hearts.

❤️ There is something truly beautiful about people coming together, connecting through shared experiences, and realizing that our differences aren't what divide us. They are often what make us stronger.

We encourage everyone to take a few moments to read Chief Caponera's beautiful reflection. We simply couldn't have said it better ourselves.

🔗 Read Chief Jeff Caponera's reflection here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-a-caponera/

At Portal, inclusion isn't just something we talk about. It's something we work toward every single day.

Because everyone deserves the opportunity to work, contribute, be valued, and BELONG.

And as Chuck so beautifully reminded us...

💙 THE WORLD NEEDS SPECIAL PEOPLE. 💙

10/30/2026

🎭✨ WHAT. A. NIGHT!!!! ✨🎭

🔎 Portal's FIRST-EVER Murder Mystery Masquerade Dinner was one for the books! 🔎

WOW! Where do we even begin?! From the magic and mystery to the laughter, delicious food, fabulous masks, and some VERY suspicious characters… last night was absolutely INCREDIBLE! 💜

We are still smiling, still laughing, and still talking about all the unforgettable moments from an evening that was months in the making!

📸 FIRST THINGS FIRST… A LITTLE SNEAK PEEK!

We couldn't wait to share a few pictures from last night's festivities! These are just a little teaser while we eagerly await the amazing photographs taken by our wonderful volunteer photographer, Robert Tyree.

Robert is a member of ANF Ozaukee, and we are so fortunate to have him share his incredible photography talents with Portal. Robert, THANK YOU for capturing the magic, the mystery, and probably a few things we didn't even realize were happening! 😂📸

🍽️ LET'S TALK ABOUT THE FOOD AND THE VENUE!

A HUGE thank-you to Sue and her incredible team at 13 NORTH.

From the moment we arrived, we were treated so wonderfully! The chefs at 13 North prepared an absolutely DELICIOUS dinner, and the entire team helped make our evening something special.

If you are ever looking for a unique, beautiful, and incredibly cool venue for an event, 13 North is YOUR PLACE! We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience! 💜

🔎 NOW… WHODUNIT?!

Oh my goodness, where do we even START?!

We were so fortunate to connect with The Murder Mystery Company out of Milwaukee, which brings talented actors together from across the country.

And let me tell you… THE FOUR ACTORS WE HAD WERE PHENOMENAL! 👏👏👏

Their quick wit, hilarious improvisation, incredible energy, and fantastic attitudes kept everyone entertained from beginning to end! The way they interacted with our guests and brought the mystery to life was absolutely priceless.

There were accusations, suspicious looks, questionable alibis, and enough laughter to make our cheeks hurt!

🎩✨ AND THEN THERE WAS MAGIC!

We kicked off our evening with the amazing Kuj Magic!

Kuj, you absolutely MESMERIZED our guests! Young and old alike were captivated by your incredible tricks, and we are STILL trying to figure out how you did some of them!

What a fantastic way to begin an evening filled with surprises! 🪄✨

🍷 AND WE HAVE TO TALK ABOUT DR. FEELGOOD! 😂 Oh, Dr. Feelgood… WHERE DO WE BEGIN?!

You were absolutely HYSTERICAL! We honestly don't think anyone could have played that part any better! You embraced your character, entertained the crowd, and gave us some of the funniest moments of the evening!

And apparently, being Dr. Feelgood comes with some pretty fantastic perks…

LIKE WINNING 26 BOTTLES OF W**E!!! 🍷🍷🍷

We hope you enjoy every single bottle! And after your performance last night, we think you've earned a toast or two! 😂🥂

🎭 TO OUR TWO PRIVATE TABLE SUPPORTERS…

THANK YOU for making the evening even more special! We absolutely cannot WAIT to share some of the photos taken with your groups. There were definitely some memorable moments, and we have a feeling those pictures are going to be priceless!

💜 A VERY SPECIAL THANK-YOU TO Construction Forms Inc.💜

To our longtime sponsor, ConForms, your continued generosity, loyalty, and belief in Portal mean more to us than words can adequately express.

You have stood alongside us and supported our mission, and we want you to know just how much that means to everyone at Portal.

From all of us… THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! 💜

🙌 TO OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS…

Events like this don't just happen. Behind every successful fundraiser are people who generously give their time, energy, creativity, and talents to make it all come together.

To every volunteer who helped with planning, decorating, setting up, greeting guests, selling tickets, helping throughout the evening, and cleaning up afterward…

WE SEE YOU. WE APPRECIATE YOU. AND WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE THIS WITHOUT YOU! 💜

📣 AND TO OUR WONDERFUL COMMUNITY…

To everyone who purchased tickets, attended, donated, sponsored, shared our Facebook posts, told a friend, helped spread the word, or simply cheered us on…

THANK YOU!

Please never underestimate the difference those little acts of support make. Every share, every kind word, and every person who helps us reach someone new makes an impact.

Your support does NOT go unnoticed!

💜 AND MOST IMPORTANTLY…

This evening was about so much more than solving a mystery.

It was about bringing people together, having a wonderful time, and supporting Portal's mission of creating meaningful opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Because of YOU, we can continue opening doors, building connections, and creating possibilities for the amazing individuals we serve.

If we have accidentally missed thanking someone, please know it is certainly not intentional. There were SO MANY wonderful people who helped make this night possible, and we are grateful for every single one of you!

🎭✨ OUR FIRST MURDER MYSTERY MASQUERADE DINNER IS OFFICIALLY IN THE BOOKS!

And what an unforgettable first year it was!

Now enjoy these sneak peek pictures… and STAY TUNED, because Robert Tyree's photos are coming, and we have a feeling you're going to LOVE them!

🔎 Until then… remember, at a Murder Mystery Dinner, EVERYONE is a suspect! 😂🎭

THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR NIGHT SO INCREDIBLY SPECIAL! 💜

10/23/2026

🎭🔎 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON… AND THE MYSTERY IS ABOUT TO BEGIN! 🕵️‍♀️✨

⏳ 6 DAYS TO GO!!! ⏳

Can you believe it?! We're just DAYS away from Portal's NEW and EXCITING fundraiser — our MURDER MYSTERY MASQUERADE DINNER! 🎭

The masks are coming out, the clues are being prepared, and somewhere in the shadows… a mystery is waiting to unfold! 👀🔍

And trust us… this is NOT your ordinary fundraising dinner!

🎩 A little MAGIC to start the evening!

🍽️ A delicious dinner catered by 13 North!

🎭 An interactive MURDER MYSTERY that will keep you guessing!

📸 A photo booth to capture all your mysterious memories!

🎁 Our WALL OF MYSTERY, filled with exciting prizes!

🥂 A dedicated cash bar to keep the evening flowing!

And, of course… YOU and your fellow suspects! 🕵️‍♂️

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026

🕔 5:00–9:00 PM

📍 13 North | Grafton, WI

🎟️ WAIT… YOU HAVEN'T PURCHASED YOUR TICKETS YET?!

GOOD NEWS! WE STILL HAVE TICKETS AVAILABLE! 🙌

There's still time to gather your friends, plan your masquerade attire, and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, surprises, delicious food, and a little mystery!

💜 Best of all, your evening supports Portal, inc. and the incredible adults with disabilities we serve!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS HERE:

👉 https://www.portalinc.org/murder-mystery-masquerade-dinner.html

THE CLOCK IS TICKING… THE SUSPECT LIST IS GROWING… AND WE'D LOVE TO SEE YOUR NAME ON IT! ⏰🎭

So tell us… ARE YOU READY TO SOLVE THE MYSTERY?! 🔎

10/22/2026

📣 NOW HIRING! COME HAVE FUN WITH US! 🎳⚾🎭

What if your part-time job didn't feel like work?

Imagine spending your evenings attending baseball games, enjoying musicals, going bowling, exploring local attractions, and making some pretty amazing memories along the way!

Sounds fun, right? Well, we're hiring!

Portal, inc. is looking for enthusiastic, caring, and dependable individuals to join our Recreation Program as part-time Recreation Facilitators!

Our Recreation Program provides adults with disabilities opportunities to get out into the community, build friendships, try new experiences, and simply HAVE FUN!

And we need some great people to help make those experiences happen!

🌟 WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

✅ Starting pay of $15 per hour

✅ Flexible evening and weekend scheduling

✅ Up to 10 hours per week and two Saturdays per month

✅ Tickets to activities and events covered by Portal

✅ Meal allowance of up to $15 per offsite event

✅ The opportunity to make a meaningful difference while having fun!

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Someone who enjoys working with people, has a positive attitude, is dependable, and is comfortable supervising a small group.

Applicants must be at least licensed for a minimum of 3 years, able to pass a caregiver background check/DMV check, and willing to learn to drive a 14-passenger van. No special license is required!

💜 College students, individuals looking for extra income, or anyone with some free evenings and weekends — this could be the PERFECT opportunity for you!

At Portal, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience their community, make friends, and create lasting memories.

Sometimes the biggest difference you can make in someone's life is simply showing up and sharing an experience with them.

📞 INTERESTED? WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Contact Lenette Poor at:

📧 [email protected]

📱 262-618-2622

📍 Portal, inc. | Grafton, Wisconsin

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Address

1015 Cedar Creek Road
Grafton, WI
53024

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12623774410

Website

http://www.portalinc.org/

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