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Building the Circle… Building a Future
Thank you to everyone who came and supported The Arc’s Circle of Friends “Building the Circle Variety Show”. The kids were amazing and did a fantastic job with every skit. Special kudos to the brave parents who made “Eat It” an act we will never forget. If you missed the show, you can get it all on DVD.
You still have time to show your support. As announced at the show, we are in need of continuing support for the Circle of Friends program. The Variety show is a key fundraiser for the program. It is especially important in a year of budget cuts and uncertainty. This year’s show was exciting, but attendance was low and expenses high, so the pressure moves to our Inner Circle support efforts.
Join the Inner Circle and help The Arc maintain this important program and receive a chance to win a HD TV.
The Inner Circle is a group of individuals, families and organizations who want to ensure its future. Inner Circle fundraising helps offset current and potential future impacts on the program's budget. As part of the Inner Circle you will receive regular communications about overall program and relevant affiliate happenings and will see first-hand the program improving our community and our future generation.
A LG LCD High Definition television was donated to be given to one of our Inner Circle supporters. On Monday March 15th we will draw our lucky winner from the names of our 2010 supporters. For every $10 contributed, you will have a chance to win. Click here for the donation form with more information. These can be mailed to The Arc, 2919 West Second Wichita, 67203, or you can call or email in your pledge or credit card information.Circle of Friends Program Page |
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| Providing needed information and education as well as a connection to needed resources and services. Since 1953, we have answered the calls of those in need. |
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Self Advocacy
...helping to develop independence for those with developmental disabilities |
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The “Shooting Stars” are a group of self advocates working to become leaders, to become accepted members of society with a voice that is not only heard, but continually growing stronger, and to stand up for their rights and the rights of those around them.
Many of our Shooting Stars volunteer throughout the year to support programs at The Arc and to reach out to others in need. They sponsor the Thankful Feast Event, serving over 260 last year, and the Adopt a Family Christmas program sharing gifts with individuals and families who might have nothing otherwise. They also have donated thousands to The Arc in support of Arc projects and money raised through their Celebrity Auction. Each spring, the Celebrity Auction provides over 2,000 celebrity and community items for public purchase. The Self Advocates hand-write hundreds of letters to a variety of international celebrities to solicit signed collectible items. This annual event offers both a silent and live auction, as well as camaraderie and great food.
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| The Pride Performers have entertained thousands sharing their extraordinary stories and many talents. The program helps to breakdown stereotypes by focusing on abilities and not disabilities. It also shares stories of hope and reminds everyone to dream big and never give up. |
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Downs Syndrome Parent Support Group, Arc Parent/Guardian Advisory group. We are a link to families needing support and guidance from others who have or had the same experiences.
Click here for additional group information. |
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| The Arc provides education opportunities for families and the community with seminars and workshops on topics concerning them. The Arc also provides community education, much like the Awareness Through The Arts; The Arc is working to educate the community on developmental disabilities and to break down stereotypes. This education includes trainings for the Wichita Police Department on working with people with disabilities, sharing with classes K-12 as well as for college students. Sharing with employers and employees through dozens of presentations including those for the United Way. |
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