In the context of its Pro Bono Programme, VdA provided legal support for the setting up of the Aboim Sande Lemos Foundation, a project developed by APPI - Associação Protectora da Primeira Infância (Association for the Protection of Early Childhood) created by Col. Rodrigo António Aboim Ascensão.

APPI's creation of a Foundation is the culmination of a long-awaited project of this association which was created almost 100 years ago and has as its main mission the provision of support for children and young people in need and their families. Following on from the cultural and educational projects initiated by Rodrigo António Aboim Ascensão, the Aboim Sande Lemos Foundation has as its mission to provide support for those in need, children, young people and the elderly, as well as support for families and for organisations with this same mission.

In the context of its Pro Bono Programme, VdA, through its area dedicated to Third Sector led by Patrícia Sousa Lima, will continue to ensure legal support for APPI and the Aboim Sande Lemos Foundation.