Autism Resource Center of Kansas City

01/29/2026

Inside our walls and out in the community, our members are building real-world skills through hands-on, in-person work opportunities. 💪

Thank you to our community partners at Flourish Furniture Bank, Zarda Bar-B-Q & Catering Co. and Grace Church for helping create these opportunities for growth!

01/22/2026

Next up! Our 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵: 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 session begins Tuesday, 2/3.

The focus? Building the tools to maintain long-term success in the workplace.

This 3-week group program is designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder seeking support in navigating workplace dynamics.

Spots are still available! 👉 Learn more and sign up today at AARCKC.org

01/11/2026

• 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 •

Join us January 16th at Red Door Woodfired Grill of Lenexa for our upcoming Connections Social Club event!

Please sign up in advance, as this evening of fun, food, and socialization will be held in a private room at Red Door Woodfired Grill of Lenexa from 6-7:30pm.

💲 $35 per person, plus cost of meal
📨 Email admin@aarckc.org by 1/14 to register
🔗 Learn more at aarckc.org/program-connections

01/09/2026

Every step forward is powered by connection, collaboration, and care. We’re proud to continue growing programs that support independence, employment, and community engagement for the individuals we serve.

Learn more our newest program, Pathways to Employment, at aarckc.org/program-pathways-to-employment 🔗

12/18/2025

Sign up TODAY!

Connections Social Club is heading to CLASS Fitness & Training tomorrow evening for an Adaptive Training Class and supported socialization.

🗓️ Tomorrow, December 19th
⏰ 6:00-7:30
📍 15325 W 67th Street | Shawnee, KS
💲 $40

Email admin@aarckc.org to learn more and get signed up or visit aarckc.org/program-connections to discover the mission of Connections Social Club!

12/15/2025

🎄 Great news—our holiday giving partnership has been extended! 🎄
Thanks to our generous community partners at Nick and Jake's Overland Park, the ARC Giving Tree fundraiser has been extended through December 21!

When you add a donation ornament to the ARC Giving Tree or make a donation online at aarckc.org/give, you’ll not only be supporting our programs for individuals with Autism—you’ll also be automatically entered to win one of three raffle prizes donated by Nick & Jake’s and Sports Radio 810 WHB 🎁

Updated Raffle Details:
🗓 Raffle now closes Saturday, 12/21
✉️ Donating in-store? Be sure to add your email address to your ornament for raffle entry.

Thank you for spreading extra holiday cheer and supporting ARC this season! ❤️

Now through December 21st, make a donation to Autism Resource Center of Kansas City and you’ll be entered to win one of three raffle packages donated by the generous Nick & Jakes family.

12/11/2025

Tune in TODAY to Sports Radio 810 WHB from 2-6pm or join us at Nick and Jake's Overland Park as Soren Petro hosts a live remote in honor of our holiday giving partnership!

PLUS— make your donation today at aarckc.org/give for your chance to win a thank you raffle prize from our amazing partners.

12/04/2025

Giving this season just got even more fun thanks to our generous community partners at Nick & Jake's🎄

When you add a donation ornament to the ARC Giving Tree or make a donation online at aarckc.org/give, you’ll not only be funding our programs for individuals with Autism, but you'll automatically be entered to win one of three raffle prizes donated by Nick & Jake's and Sports Radio 810 WHB 🎁

Plus, we've got some fun for your calendar! Join us December 11th at Nick and Jake's Overland Park from 2-6pm as Soren Petro from Sports Radio 810 WHB hosts a live remote to celebrate our partnership.

Raffle Details: Raffle closes Thursday, 12/11. If you donate in-store, be sure to add your email address to your ornament for entry into the raffle! Thank you for giving this holiday season!

Nick and Jake's Parkville
Nick and Jake's Shawnee
Sports Radio 810 WHB

11/03/2025

Mark your calendars and join us for Zarda Bar-B-Q & Catering Co. Lenexa Give-Back Night! 🗓🩵

On Monday, November 24th, our friends at the Zarda Bar-B-Q & Catering Co. are inviting our team and members to host the ultimate Friendsgiving! Not only will our members have an opportunity to help in the operations of the evening, but 10% of food sales will be donated right back to our foundation.

Zarda BBQ
📍11931 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66215
⏰ 5:00-8:00pm

We can't wait to see you at this Zarda BBQ Friendsgiving Give-Back Night!

10/02/2025

We’re down to the very final hours to register your golf foursome for the 2025 Autism Resource Center Charity Golf Classic!

🗓️October 6th
📍 Blue Spring Golf Club
⛳️ 9am Shotgun Start
🩵Charity Golf Scramble Tournament

Sign up at aarckc.org to enjoy this scramble tournament full of fun, booze, barbecue, and more! With $20k cash at stake for our Hole In One Contest and dozens of other prizes and freebies to enjoy, it’s a day on the course you won’t want to miss!

10/01/2025

🏌️‍♂️ It’s your last chance to register your foursome! 🏌️‍♀️

Join us for a day of golf, fun, contests, silent auction, and a chance to win $20,000! Enjoy Boulevard Beer and Jack Stack BBQ while donating to a great cause.

👉 Register now at aarckc.org before it's too late! 🎉

09/28/2025

☀️ The forecast is calling for sunshine and perfect weather on Monday, October 6th—just in time for our Charity Golf Classic! ⛳️

Don’t miss a beautiful day on the course for a great cause. With Jack Stack BBQ, Bouelvard Beer, and contests with up to a $20k cash prize on the line, we’re gearing up for a great event! Sign up today at aarckc.org!