The Arc Alliance

03/08/2026

📢 What Does It Mean to Be an Advocate?

Advocacy is using your voice and actions to create change. Whether you’re speaking up for yourself, a loved one, or the IDD community — your voice matters. 💙♾️

Anyone can be an advocate. It starts with listening, challenging stereotypes, supporting inclusive policies, and showing up for your community.

Small actions make a big impact. Let’s build a world where everyone is valued and included.

03/07/2026

Join us for an inspiring evening at our Empowerment Awards as we celebrate this year’s incredible honorees:

✨ Randy Hope Steen
✨ Ellen Casey
✨ Heather Michaelson
✨ Center For Creative Works
✨ Ursinus Dining

And the celebration doesn’t stop there…

🎟️ A raffle filled with exciting prizes
🛍️ A curated artisan market
🎨 A special art gallery showcase featuring talented artists

It’s a night of impact, inspiration, and community — and we’d love to see you there.
Tickets available until March 18! 💙https://thearcalliance.org/tickets/

03/05/2026

Our Baby Sign Language Class is coming up soon. Join Lori Nichol, SLP and Maya Kumar, SLP to learn how simple signs can help your child communicate, reduce frustration, and support early language development.🩷✨

This class is perfect for anyone who spends time with your child—parents, grandparents, siblings, caregivers, and friends. You’ll walk away with practical tools you can start using right away in everyday routines.

📅 March 28 | 10:00–11:00 AM
💻 On Zoom
🔗 Register: thearcalliance.org/bsl/

Give your child another way to communicate—join us!

03/04/2026

Thank you Governor Josh Shapiro for your proclamation declaring March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

Governor Josh Shapiro has issued a proclamation declaring March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

The proclamation reads, in part, “ whereas individuals with developmental disabilities are an integral part of our society, making meaningful contributions to our communities, workplaces, and culture…we must work together to raise awareness about the barriers faced by individuals with developmental disabilities, as well as the opportunities we must create for growth, inclusion, and empowerment through education, respect, and compassion.”

Join us in honoring Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

03/04/2026

Who’s going to join us????

Caregivers of children and young adults with IEPs and 504s, do you know about the Inclusive Post-High School Resource Fair to help your child plan their future after graduation?

On Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., stop by Hall A of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks as my staff and I, The Arc Alliance and a team of local volunteers help connect you with over 100 organizations who offer post-secondary opportunities such as employment, job coaching, day programs, transitional services, continuing education, supported living programs and more. This event is open to all.

If you pre-registered for the original date, no need to sign up again! If you did not pre-register and would like to attend, please sign up here: tinyurl.com/inclusiveresourcefair

03/04/2026

🚫 MYTH vs. FACT: IDD Edition ✅

🔹 MYTH: People with IDD can’t live independently.
✅ FACT: Many individuals with IDD live independently or with minimal support, working, volunteering, and contributing to their communities.

🔹 MYTH: IDD means someone can’t learn.
✅ FACT: People with IDD can learn and grow—sometimes, they just need different teaching methods or support.

🔹 MYTH: People with IDD can’t have meaningful relationships.
✅ FACT: Individuals with IDD build friendships, date, get married, and form strong social connections like anyone else. Healthy relationships and social inclusion are essential for all.

Let’s break down barriers and embrace the truth: People with IDD deserve respect, inclusion, and opportunity! 💙♾️

03/02/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our Empowerment Awards ✨

We’ll be celebrating champions of the disability community — and that’s just the beginning.
🎟️ An exciting raffle
🛍️ A curated artisan market
🎨 A featured art gallery

Come for the inspiration. Stay for the experience.
Tickets available until March 18 https://thearcalliance.org/tickets/

03/01/2026

March is IDD Awareness Month 🧡
This month, we celebrate the talents, voices, and contributions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Inclusion isn’t just an idea — it’s action, opportunity, and belonging.

Let’s continue building a community where everyone is valued and empowered.

02/28/2026

Support Our Empowerment Awards 🏆🧡

Looking to make a meaningful impact? We have multiple sponsorship opportunities available for this year’s Empowerment Awards and invite you to support this special event.

Funds raised will help us continue empowering individuals with disabilities throughout our community and support the programs and services that make a real difference.

🔗 Learn more: thearcalliance.org/sponsor

02/27/2026

✨ Celebrate. Shop. Win. ✨
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Empowerment Awards as we celebrate our incredible award winners, honor their impact in our community, and uplift the people who make inclusion possible.

🛍️ Local Artisan Market featuring talented self-advocate artists served by The Arc Alliance
🎟️ Exciting raffle prizes you won’t want to miss
🏆 A night dedicated to empowerment, connection, and celebration

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Come celebrate our honorees, support local artists, and be part of something truly meaningful. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🧡
https://thearcalliance.org/tickets/

02/26/2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate Jennifer Snider-Tornetta, Board Director at The Arc Alliance, on the launch of her new children’s book, Elle’s Magical Treasure Hunt!

This heartwarming and imaginative story follows curious, big-hearted Elle on a whimsical adventure filled with courage, creativity, and a little bit of magic. Brought to life with hand-drawn watercolor illustrations by local Bucks County artist Cydney Bittner, the book is perfect for young readers and read-alouds alike.

Even better? 💛 20% of all net proceeds support The Arc Alliance, helping us continue empowering individuals with disabilities and their families.

📖 Available now in hardcover, softcover, and digital formats through Amazon and major retailers worldwide.
⭐ Reviews on Amazon make a HUGE difference—please consider reading, reviewing, and sharing!

Let’s support Jennifer, celebrate local creativity, and help spread a little magic (for a great cause). ✨

02/25/2026

There is still time to get your tickets!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with community connection, celebration, raffles, an artisan marketplace, and more.

🏆 Honoring our 2025 Award Recipients:
• Heather Michaelson
• Randy Hope Steen
• Ellen Casey
• Parkhurst Dining Services at Ursinus College
• Center for Creative Works

📅 March 26
📍 RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve
🔗 thearcalliance.org/tickets

Be part of our community and join us in making a difference.