We promote independence & enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities & their families.
02/02/2026
On Wednesday, February 18th, from 4pm to 6pm, The Arc Community Center will be hosting a Valentine's Sweethearts dance! Learn more and register at https://www.arc-spokane.org/community-dance
Come dressed up in as much pink and purple as you can find and get ready to kickstart your heart. The event will cost $10 to attend.
Pre-registration is required; we cannot accept cash or check payments at the door. For questions, call 509-789-8791.
We hope to see you there!
01/28/2026
If you’re looking for a judgment-free space to connect, share ideas, and find encouragement, join us and Akin for our bi-weekly IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group.
Come as you are—whether you have questions to ask or just want to listen.
🗓 Date: Every other Monday, starting Feb. 2
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Akin 2323 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley
💸 Cost: Free
How to join: No registration is required. Just show up!
If you have questions about accessibility or the group, call us at 509-789-8323 or email parenttoparent@arc-spokane.org.
01/27/2026
If you are a sibling to an individual with IDD, then this is just for you!
The Arc of Spokane is hosting a Valentine's Day Sibshops to focus on crafting handmade Valentine's for friends and families while providing a safe space for siblings to connect with others who share similar experiences!
We hope you can join us for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and fun! Pre-registration is required.
📅 Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
⌚ Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
💲 Cost: FREE
📍 Location: The Hive | 2904 E Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Snacks will be provided! Please indicate any dietary restrictions when you register.
01/26/2026
Introducing The Arc of Spokane's newest program for young teens and adults with IDD ages 16-22!
Real-world Internships & Skills Experience (RISE) will provide practical work experience for students who are ready to take the next step toward independence!
‼️ New at Argonne: A vintage serpentine front vanity in quarter-sawn oak ‼️
This gorgeous desk just hit the floor, and the tiger grain is even better in person. It features the original swivel mirror and an ornate shell-carved crest (swoon). Come check it out before it's gone!
📍 808 N. Argonne Rd
🕒 Open until 6pm
🚫 No holds! First-come, first-served.
Thrifters, do you prefer a natural oak look or a darker, antique finish? Let us know in the comments👇
01/21/2026
The grandmacore is grandmacore-ing. 🧶☕
Whether you’re in your reading nook era or want a soft and squishy chair that feels like a hug, we’ve got you covered. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect cozy find, this is your sign to hurry in before they're gone!
In case you needed another reason to treat yourself: Every dollar spent at The Arc of Spokane Thrift Store stays local. Your purchase helps fund advocacy and independent living for people with IDD in our community. Better vibes for your home, better opportunities for Spokane.
So, which chair is completing your cozy routine? Are you choosing the leather for a long afternoon with a book, or the quilts for a warm cup of tea? Let us know your pick! 👇
01/01/2026
Happy New Year, thrifters! We wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday 🪩🎉
Thank you for shopping with us this year. Every purchase made supports The Arc of Spokane's mission of creating an inclusive community where every life is fulfilled.
Just a reminder, both our thrift stores will be closed on January 1, 2026. We'll see you next year (on January 2 😉)
12/23/2025
The Arc of Spokane’s office on 2nd Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25. We will reopen for regular business hours on Thursday, December 26.
December is a busy month, marked by numerous holidays and cultural traditions. Whether you are observing a religious holiday, celebrating the solstice with family, or using the time to recharge, we hope you have what you need this week.
What is a tradition or a festive activity you’re looking forward to this season?
12/23/2025
Hurry in! All Christmas items are just $1.25 until January 5, 2026! Find a reusable tree or vintage treasure, snag some new stockings, bag some goodies for your friend who has made liking Christmas their whole personality!
Don’t wait, Christmas items are flying off the shelves faster than Santa’s reindeer!
12/22/2025
📣 Applications are now open for WSCC - Washington State Community Connectors' 2026 Washington Statewide Family Network Children’s Behavioral Health Summit Planning Committee!
🗓 Application deadline: January 3, 2026
🔗 Click the link to apply https://forms.gle/GDALHkuvnBWAjmKN7
📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer below to apply.
📣 Applications are now open!
Please apply to join the 2026 Washington Statewide Family Network Children’s Behavioral Health Summit Planning Committee.
📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer below to apply.
12/19/2025
Spokane is stronger when everyone has a place to belong.
Looking back at 2025, your support made art workshops and community outings a reality. While we celebrate these successes, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) still face daily barriers to independence and inclusion. We are working to remove these obstacles so 2026 starts with real opportunity for everyone.
Ways to take action today:
🎁 Give: Set up a monthly gift or make a one-time donation to sustain these programs.
👥 Show up: Volunteer at a workshop or join us for events like Rock the Runway.
📣 Speak up: Attend an advocacy event or share this post to help us reach more families.
Your support goes beyond creating opportunities for joy and self-expression. See some of the ways you make Spokane a more inclusive place when you give to The Arc of Spokane:
$25 can supply art tools that help people express themselves through creativity.
$50 can give a parent the resources they need to advocate for their child’s education rights.
$100 can provide accessible transportation for community outings and social connections.
$250 can empower teens transitioning into adulthood with mentorship and life skills.
Every action you take helps break a barrier to inclusion. You make this progress possible.
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Until only a few decades ago people with developmental disabilities had little opportunity for personal, social or economic growth. But in the 1950s caring citizens across the country banded together in an effort to change that. They created an organization with the purpose of reversing the social conventions that marginalized those with differing abilities. That organization eventually became The Arc. Over the years committed volunteers in Spokane, throughout Washington State and across the nation have worked to build a better world for people with developmental disabilities. Our achievements are remarkable and include:
Helping make public education available to children with developmental disabilities
Helping thousands of adults with developmental disabilites succeed in the workplace
Helping establish community living as an alternative to lifelong institutionalization
Today, The Arc of Spokane works positively with civic leaders at the local, state and national level to encourage good-sense public policy for people with developmental disabilities.
