The Arc Gateway

03/04/2026

Check in with our Program for Adult Learning and Support (PALS)!

Our students have been building real-world skills in Retail Service class, practicing cashiering and customer interactions. In the My Money class, they’re talking through financial responsibilities and learning how to navigate challenging money situations.

You can apply to the Program for Adult Learning and Support anytime at arc-gateway.org/pals.

03/04/2026

Thank you, Beth Rood, for how you support The Arc Gateway and for the multitude of things you do for our community!! We’re so blessed to have people like you making a difference. This is a wonderful story to watch about a wonderful person!!

03/03/2026

Awwwwww!!! Look at these super cute pictures from our visit to Bunnychick Haven of Navarre!!

Bunnychick Haven is a family-oriented, rabbit rescue, petting zoo and wellness organization committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where animals and people connect through hands-on experiences, educational programming, and community outreach.

We’re so grateful that our clients get to take special trips like this to unique places in our community!

03/02/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and it’s a meaningful reminder of the people and stories at the heart of our mission. At The Arc Gateway, increasing the awareness of developmental disabilities is woven into every program, every partnership, and every moment of connection.

We invite our community to walk with us this month. Learn, listen, celebrate, and help us shine a brighter light on the value and impact of every individual we serve. Visit arc-gateway.org to learn how you can get involved!

02/27/2026

Throwback to our 80s Dance last year!! Wishing everyone a Happy National Retro Day today from The Arc Gateway!!! We hope you find your own way to celebrate the classics today, from an old tune to a favorite tradition of yours!

02/26/2026

February's been a busy month for our Arc Gateway family, from the Krewe of LaFitte Street Party to Valentine’s celebrations to Wings for All!!

We grew in our relationships with our community this month, and we're thankful for every person who helps make meaningful experiences happen for our clients and the people who support them!!

02/25/2026

All we can say is “wow”! What an awesome day we were able to experience with the help of Pensacola International Airport, Delta Air Lines, the City of Pensacola - Government, and all of our amazing volunteers! Thank you to everyone who participated in our Wings for All event! The airport rehearsal was such an enriching experience for our clients, their families, the community, and everyone involved. We hope you’ll enjoy this album of smiles, from check-in to TSA to departure and arrival with a “Firetruck Water Cannon Salute”!!

02/24/2026

Thank you WEAR ABC 3 News, Pensacola for covering our Wings for All event!! It's awesome to see our community open its arms to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their families!

Thank you to Delta Air Lines, Pensacola International Airport, and City of Pensacola - Government for this wonderful opportunity!!

Keep a look out! We'll be dropping more photos tomorrow!

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- For the first time, Pensacola international airport is helping families **rehearse for take off.The airport teaming up with delta and the arc

02/24/2026

Today, our clients are taking part in a meaningful real-world airport experience designed to help individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities feel confident navigating air travel. Thanks to Pensacola International Airport, Delta Air Lines, and City of Pensacola - Government, they’ll move through each step of the process in a calm, low-pressure setting that puts support first.

We’re incredibly thankful for partners who make experiences like this possible!!

02/23/2026

Tomorrow is the big day!!!

We’ve teamed up with Delta Air Lines, Pensacola International Airport, and City of Pensacola - Government to bring Wings for All to PNS!! Our clients are so excited for this life-enriching experience where they can get comfortable with the airport and flying process in a low-pressure environment!!!

We can’t wait for this unique opportunity for our Arc Gateway family tomorrow!!

02/20/2026

Check out our fresh tricycles!!! The Arc Gateway now has two working tricycles for exercise and fun! A big thank you to Matt for fixing these up for us and getting them race-ready! And a big thank you to Katie for test-driving! 🚲💨

02/19/2026

Calling all parents, caregivers, and community members!! Please take a second to fill out this survey for our Help Me Grow Escambia program! Your feedback and perspective helps us better support the local families that we serve!

👋 Checking in, Escambia County…

We’re still collecting community feedback for Help Me Grow Escambia and would love to hear from you.

If you’re a parent, caregiver, or community member, this short survey asks about:
• whether you’ve heard of Help Me Grow Escambia
• how you usually get information about children’s development
• and your familiarity with developmental milestones and screenings

Your perspective matters - especially if you’re not sure what Help Me Grow does or if this is your first time hearing about us.

📝 Share your thoughts here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMGECommunity
⏱️ Just a few minutes to complete.

Thank you for taking the time to help us listen and learn. 💛

Please share with your network!

The Arc Gateway Children's Trust