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The Arc offers a wide variety of exciting and stimulating activities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

There are more than 4.6 million Americans who live with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD). At the local level, in Sebastian and Crawford counties alone, 25% of children/adults are living with a "cognitive disability" that impacts their lives. These individuals need services and support to become valued, contributing members of their communities. The Arc for the River Valley focuse

s on providing recreational activities as well as advocacy and educational support for individuals with I/DD and their caregivers. The Arc serves a membership of over 460 members. With your past support we were able to continue to keep our member dues low, to keep our activities and events free, and to provide free snacks and drinks to members. To continue our current services as well as add new ones, we need your continued support. Due to the economic issues, 2020 was a difficult year financially for all non-profits. Please consider giving a tax deductible donation to the Arc for the River Valley. Your donation will help us continue to provide support and services to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc for the River Valley is a proud United Way partner agency. Please feel free to stop by our office and see for yourself the wonderful work we do here! Francy Ford
Executive Director

Mary Wolter
Office Manager

"Being disabled should not mean being disqualified from having access to every aspect of life." -Emma Thompson

24/05/2026

Last night's "On Tap for the Arc" fundraiser at Digs in the Bakery District was so much fun and very successful! We want to send a BIG shout out and thank you to Digs for hosting our event and supporting The Arc for the River Valley! The Arc would also like to thank Chambers Bank, Chambers employees, Riverpointe Wine & Spirits, Miss. Anna's, Ron Bailey, and The Russell Family for all the wonderful silent auction donation items. Also a huge thank you to all who attended and donated their time to make the event a success, we appreciate you!

22/05/2026

🚓 The Scribble Car is coming to The Arc River Valley! ✍️🎉

Officer Williams will be joining us for a fun and interactive afternoon focused on community connection and safety awareness.

Members will have the opportunity to:
🚓 See the Scribble Car
🖍️ Draw and sign the vehicle
💙 Learn about police safety
📘 Receive blue envelopes

We’re excited to welcome Officer Williams and create another meaningful community experience for our members! ❤️

📅 May 27th
🕐 1 PM
📍 The Arc River Valley
7821 Texas Road

21/05/2026

🎨 Check out a few of the awesome mugs featured at On Tap for The Arc!

Our Arc artists have been hard at work creating designs featured on our collectible event mugs. Each mug purchase directly supports programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. ❤️

PLUS — each mug includes 2 drink tickets! 🍻

Come support local artists, inclusion, and community at Digs Fort Smith on May 23!

21/05/2026

🍻 Join us for On Tap for The Arc!

Come enjoy a night of live music, drinks, community, and fun — all while supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

🎨 Featuring Arc Artist mugs & artist bios
🎟️ Mug purchase includes 2 drink tickets
🎶 Live band + silent auction

📅 Saturday, May 23
🕔 Starts at 5 PM
📍 Digs Fort Smith – The Bakery District

Every ticket and every purchase helps support opportunities, programs, and inclusion for the individuals we serve every day. ❤️

20/05/2026

Unfortunately we will have to postpone tomorrow's Motorcycle visit due to possible inclement weather. We will provide the new date and time once we get the event rescheduled.

19/05/2026

🏍️ The countdown is on for one of our favorite traditions!

Our members are SO excited for the 5th Annual Motorcycle Visit at The Arc River Valley! ❤️ From smiles and laughter to unforgettable rides and photos, this event has become something our members look forward to every single year.

We’re thankful for the amazing riders and community members who continue to show up and make this day so special. These moments mean more than words can say — they create connection, joy, and memories that last a lifetime.

Enjoy a few throwback photos from past motorcycle visits as we get ready for another incredible afternoon together! 🏍️✨

📅 May 20, 2026
🕒 Motorcycles arrive at 3 PM
📍 7821 Texas Road, Fort Smith, AR

Come cheer them on and help us celebrate inclusion, community, and fun!

19/05/2026

Attention
The Arc will be closed this Friday, May 22nd to prepare for the The Arc on Tap event Saturday the 23rd at Digs in the Bakery District. The Arc will also be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day.

18/05/2026

The motorcycles are coming back to The Arc River Valley! 🏍️
Join us May 20 at 3 PM as riders visit our members for an afternoon full of smiles, photos, and community fun.

📍7821 Texas Road, Fort Smith

16/05/2026

Please join us on Saturday, May 23rd at 5pm for our first Arc On Tap event fundraiser at Digs in Fort Smith at the Bakery District! The event starts at 5pm, we will have mugs on sale with art created by Arc members! Each mug is $30.00 and comes with 2 tickets for well drinks provided by Digs! We will also have a silent auction all proceeds go to support The Arc for the River Valley! Come out and show your support we would love to see you there!

16/05/2026

Yesterday was the first, "Celebrating Ability, A Day of Community & Care"! The Arc members and staff enjoyed an amazing outing at the Fort Smith Museum of History then visited the John Bell Jr. Park in Fort Smith. We heard from Lisa Bell Daughter of John Bell Jr. She shared some beautiful story's about her Father John Bell and how he overcame his disability and became a famous artist and advocate for those with disabilities. We want to thank The First Presbyterian Church of Fort Smith, AR, Keley Simpson for putting this event together, The Fort Smith Museum of History and staff for the warm welcome and ice cream, Lisa Bell for sharing her Father's story, Grace Community Church for providing bus transportation, Ken Duncan and Stan Stille our wonderful board members for driving us to the event and Kona Ice for making this day so special for our members and staff. Words alone cannot express our grattitude and appreciation for your caring and community support of The Arc for the River Valley, Thank you!

14/05/2026

At The Arc River Valley, we believe every individual deserves dignity, opportunity, and community connection. Events like Friday’s celebration help bring awareness, acceptance, and joy to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

❤️ Inclusion matters.
❤️ Community matters.
❤️ Everyone belongs.

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Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

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+14797835529

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http://www.arcrivervalley.org/

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