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Portuguese American Leadership Council Of The United States Inc
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PALCUS' Silent Auction
Carnation Revolution I
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Carnation Revolution
Celebrating the 50yr Anniversary 2024
Dimensions: 4"x6" each (postcard size)
Medium: Watercolor
By Ralph Almeida
Please note: Winning bidders are responsible for all shipping fees.
Carnation Revolution II
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Carnation Revolution
Celebrating the 50yr Anniversary 2024
Dimensions: 4"x6" each (postcard size)
Medium: Watercolor
By Ralph Almeida
Please note: Winning bidders are responsible for all shipping fees.
Strange Fruit
$300
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $450
24x24
2023
Collage/mixed media
“Strange Fruit” is a mixed-media collage honoring Billie Holiday. Surrounded by flowers, rich fabrics, and a radiant halo, she is depicted as both icon and martyr, evoking the beauty of her voice and the haunting protest of her song Strange Fruit.
By Maria Estrela
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"Portugalifornia"
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $300
Inspired by traditional Portuguese tiles and the vibrant flowers of California, this piece blends geometric design with organic shapes. It unites my roots and my present, celebrating color, beauty, and joy. 🌺
Dimensions: 16x20 inches
Medium: print on canvas (original is acrylic on canvas)
By Xana Ramos
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Holy Family Statue
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $220
The statue of the Holy Family is 19.5” tall and made of resin.
PLEASE NOTE: winning bidder will be responsible for paying shipping and handling charges
Donated by Adventus Religious Goods
Taking Flight 1
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Taking Flight 1
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks and watercolor on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
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Taking Flight 2
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Taking Flight 2
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks and watercolor on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
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Taking Flight 3
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Taking Flight 3
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks and watercolor on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
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Voo 1
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Voo 1
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
PLEASE NOTE: winning bidder will be responsible for paying shipping and handling charges
Voo 2
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Voo 2
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
PLEASE NOTE: winning bidder will be responsible for paying shipping and handling charges
Voo 3
$100
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $200
Voo 3
Size: 9x12”
Medium: Ink blocks on watercolor paper
By Leonor Alvim Brazão
PLEASE NOTE: winning bidder will be responsible for paying shipping and handling charges
Bruma Publication collection of books
$75
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $120
Book Collection from Bruma Publication, PBBI-Fresno State
- Azorean History Themes: Islands of Struggle and Resilience
- Shades of Black and Gray
- Into the Azorean Sea
- History of the Azores: Questions and Answers
- Portuguese Folktales from California
Portuguese Beyond Borders Institute – The College of Arts and Humanities at Fresno State
Viana Luxury Faux Leather Handbag
$25
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $40
Upgrade your everyday style with the Viana Luxury Faux Leather Handbag, designed to combine elegance with functionality. Featuring the timeless Portuguese-inspired Viana heart motif, this handbag is a chic and versatile accessory that transitions effortlessly from office meetings to weekend outings.
Donated by Aleaure
Round trip economy ticket USA-Azores #1
$400
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $800
Valid until September 30th 2026
Blackout dates: July and August
Conditions of the award
- Economy class travel, round trip;
- Available only on flights operated by Azores Airlines and subject to seat availability;
- The discount percentage will be applied to the available public fare;
- The amount of the fees will be borne by the beneficiaries;
- Flights are not eligible for earning SATA IMAGINE miles;
- In the event of changes and/or cancellations, the rules of the fare purchased apply;
- Bookings, payments and ticketing directly at SATA Group sales counters or through the Contact Center;
- The beneficiaries accept and acknowledge that the provisions of Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of February 11, 2004 are not applicable to air transport contracts issued under this award, since these are conditions that are not available to the public, under the terms of Article 3(3) of the said Regulation;
- Beneficiaries undertake to keep the award confidential from third parties;
- If trips remain unused under this award, they will expire, as well as any associated credits or discounts, and will not be convertible into cash.
One Round trip economy ticket USA-Azores #2
$400
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $800
Valid until September 30th 2026
Blackout dates: July and August
Conditions of the award
- Economy class travel, round trip;
- Available only on flights operated by Azores Airlines and subject to seat availability;
- The discount percentage will be applied to the available public fare;
- The amount of the fees will be borne by the beneficiaries;
- Flights are not eligible for earning SATA IMAGINE miles;
- In the event of changes and/or cancellations, the rules of the fare purchased apply;
- Bookings, payments and ticketing directly at SATA Group sales counters or through the Contact Center;
- The beneficiaries accept and acknowledge that the provisions of Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of February 11, 2004 are not applicable to air transport contracts issued under this award, since these are conditions that are not available to the public, under the terms of Article 3(3) of the said Regulation;
- Beneficiaries undertake to keep the award confidential from third parties;
- If trips remain unused under this award, they will expire, as well as any associated credits or discounts, and will not be convertible into cash.
Tory Burch Ella Patent Nylon Tote
$150
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $260
A structured tote made from durable polyamide with a stacked-T logo in patent faux leather is great for travel because it folds flat when you're not using it.
13" x 17" x 5"
9 3/4” handle drop
Top carry handles
Exterior hidden slip pocket
Interior zip and wall pockets
Lined
Polyamide with polyurethane trim
Imported
Waterford Lismore Diamond 8" Vase
$200
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $330
The Lismore diamond pattern is a strikingly modern reinvention of the Waterford classic, characterized by intricate diamond cuts. Display your favorite flowers in this Lismore diamond vase 8", while adding a stunning accent to your home. This timeless design is also perfect for gifting.
Product Features
Approx. dimensions: 5.98" L x 5.98" W x 8.07" H
Waterford branded box
Waterford Lismore diamond collection
Decorative and functional
Crystal
Hand Wash
Imported
One Roundtrip Economy Ticket USA-Portugal #1
$500
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $1500
One roundtrip ticket on TAP Air Portugal from the US to Portugal in Economy Class.
This trip is valid until December 14, 2026, except from:
• December 15, 2025 through January 14, 2026
• March 27, 2026 through April 11, 2026
• June 15, 2026 through September 7, 2026
This ticket is non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for money or endorsed. Ticket cannot be credited to any mileage program. This ticket cannot be upgraded using points, miles or cash. Confirmation is subject to availability of space and is restricted to specific booking code N. Ticket valid only on flights operated by TAP, not valid on code-share flights operated by other carriers.
When you decide on your dates of travel, must forward the prize letter to the Sales and Marketing Department no earlier than 30 days prior to departure. Please allow at least one week for confirmation of requested dates.
At the time of booking, you will be advised of the amount due for applicable airport/government taxes and ticketing fee.
Donated by TAP Air Portugal
One Roundtrip Economy Ticket USA-Portugal #2
$500
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $1500
One roundtrip ticket on TAP Air Portugal from the US to Portugal in Economy Class.
This trip is valid until December 14, 2026, except from:
• December 15, 2025 through January 14, 2026
• March 27, 2026 through April 11, 2026
• June 15, 2026 through September 7, 2026
This ticket is non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for money or endorsed. Ticket cannot be credited to any mileage program. This ticket cannot be upgraded using points, miles or cash. Confirmation is subject to availability of space and is restricted to specific booking code N. Ticket valid only on flights operated by TAP, not valid on code-share flights operated by other carriers.
When you decide on your dates of travel, must forward the prize letter to the Sales and Marketing Department no earlier than 30 days prior to departure. Please allow at least one week for confirmation of requested dates.
At the time of booking, you will be advised of the amount due for applicable airport/government taxes and ticketing fee.
Donated by TAP Air Portugal
The Ultimate A2 CIPLE Exam Prep Course
$175
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $350
Dreaming about your Portuguese citizenship?
This course was designed to empower students to achieve this milestone, by helping them gain familiarity with the CIPLE exam format, providing tips, practice exercises and strategies to improve the chances of passing the exam.
What is the CIPLE?
CIPLE stands for “Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira” and it is the A2 level official exam of Portuguese for foreigners. This exam can be taken in Portugal and abroad.
The A2 official language certificate in Portuguese is a requirement for citizenship through grandparents.
What we will cover:
✅ CIPLE exam format and grading.
✅ CIPLE preparation tips, tricks, and strategies for each section of the exam.
✅ In-depth look at the Official Model Exam.
✅ Breakdown of each typology of question.
✅ Extra practice exercises so you can test your knowledge.
✅ Step-by-step explanation of the correct answers.
✅ CIPLE registration process.
✅ Detailed explanation of the CIPLE syllabus, topics covered in the exam.
This course is taught in English, so even if you don’t fully grasp the Portuguese language yet, you will understand each step, since we translate everything to make sure it is 100% clear.
The curriculum includes 40 videos, audios, interactive quizzes, and downloadable pdfs for you to save and have handy when studying.
Donated by Sandra Carapinha from Learn European Portuguese Online
Curated Fashion Accessory Box curated by It’s On!
$50
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $475
It’s On! is a Northern California pop-up shop offering unique, one-of-a-kind fashion finds. A percentage of It’s On! proceeds goes towards supporting non-profits that help women in need. Since its inception in 2015, It’s On! has raised almost $500,000 in cash and in-kind services for local charities.
This curated collection features:
- a beautiful pink and purple paisley silk wool scarf made in Italy by ETRO. (value $200)
- a vintage pair of pink & gold marbled art glass clip earrings from the 1950s by WEISS (value $75)
- a vintage embossed ostrich print bag in tan by ETUI bags of London (value $100)
- a pair of statement sunglasses with brown gradient lens and crystal embellishments (value $100)
Donated by It's On!
Public Relations Consultation Package
$150
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $500-$1000
Includes a 1 hour Zoom consultation to review your strategic plan and goals, online presence and current branding or future messaging.
The Zoom consultation will be followed by a one page overview based on the information provided with tips and tools to help strengthen your message.
This is perfect for a small business launching a new venture or an existing business looking to elevate their brand.
About Mallory & Associates
Mallory & Associates is an award-winning PR firm specializing in traditional public relations and online marketing, including social media and search engine optimization, promotions, event coordination, media relations, and complete PR campaigns. Whether it’s a comprehensive public relations campaign or a one-time event, our objective is to ensure the business and financial success of our clients through the creation and implementation of a results-oriented and cost-efficient plan.
Donated by Mallory & Associates
Mona Lisa Goes to Portugal for Christmas
$1,800
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $2,750
20,000 people visit Mona Lisa every day, but she has been stuck in Paris for decades and deserves a vacation! I am taking her around the world to visit tropical sites and interesting people. For Christmas, she will go to Lisboa, Elvas and Carvoeiro. Here she is enjoying herself with a hat from the souvenir shop.
Acrylic on Canvas
28"x22"
Donated by Eva Avenue
Cultured Pearl Necklace
$350
Starting bid
RETAIL VALUE $850
One strand containing forty one Fresh Water Cultured Pearls measuring from fourteen to thirteen millimeters. Hand knotted with a sterling silver clasp this strand is eighteen inches in length.
This necklace is donated by PALCUS member Arthur Britto. Arthur has retired after 43 years, as founder and owner of Mandy’s Jewelers Inc., San Leandro, California.
Did you know? We fundraise with Zeffy to ensure 100% of your purchase goes to our mission!