A Message from Chief Development Officer
Susan Vanscovich
Achieve with us!
The Arc of Chester County was established by visionaries with incredible empathy, kindness and an unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion. It has been the resolve and generosity of thousands of people, foundations, companies, and organizations over the last 70 years that has enabled The Arc of Chester County to become one of the leading providers of services and programs for individual with disabilities.  Each year, The Arc works diligently to raise private donations to cover the gap between what our participants and their families need to live a quality life and what is covered under the government's waiver system. Events like the Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day, and efforts like our Achieve with Us Annual Appeal and numerous grants that are written and funded each year help provide critical budget revenue to cover the operational cost to properly provide for the 3,000 plus participants served by The Arc annually. This year’s goal of $750,000 is within our reach and we invite those that have not yet supported our important work to join our philanthropic efforts. Register to attend the Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day or donate to the Achieve with us Annual Appeal. Every donation counts and collectively makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individual with disabilities and their families. The Arc of Chester County will celebrate its 70th Anniversary through 2022 and it will be the continued and on-going kindness of others that will ensure The Arc remains an important organization 70 years later. Achieve with us and support The Arc of Chester County with a donation today!

With gratitude,
Susan Vanscovich
Chief Development Officer
Arc Spotlight
60 Years of Learning and Growing Together!
The Arc of Chester County’s Preschool is one of the only classroom-based inclusive early intervention private programs in Chester County serving both children with and without disabilities. Our inclusive and nurturing preschool is part of The Arc’ Children's Early Learning Service Program (CELSP). It was started in 1962 and 60 years later, remains the longest running Arc program helping thousands of children to reach their developmental milestones. Check out a few of our kiddos in action and hear how our parents feel about the care and progress their children are making at The Arc of Chester County! 


“Words cannot express our gratitude. The Arc’s preschool program is phenomenal. In the six short months since Mason has started his developmental growth has blown us away.”
"Theo loves playing and learning with his friends and teachers at the Arc! Thanks for helping him grow!"

"Choosing The Arc of Chester County was the best decision that we could have made for our children. We have watched them grow both intellectually and socially. Ms. Tina, Ms. Ellen, and the entire Arc Team do an amazing job!"


"We have really enjoyed our early intervention journey. Noah loves seeing his therapists both virtually and in person. and has made amazing process. His therapist feel like family and have become an integral part of our lives.
In the News
Urgent: Pennsylvania is facing a Direct Support Professional Crisis...
Pennsylvania has had a Direct Support Professional (DSP) workforce crisis for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those who love and care for them for over a decade. Add a pandemic to that existing DSP workforce crisis and you have a disaster. Direct Support Professionals are leaving the human service industry in record numbers because they are unable to earn a wage that allows them to pay their bills. To read more about this crisis and how YOU can make a difference, CLICK HERE!!
Inside the Arc
HAPPY BIRTHDAY !
Happy 70th Birthday to The Arc of Chester County! This year marks an important and significant milestone for The Arc of Chester County. The Arc of Chester County is celebrating 70 years of advocating for the rights and supporting the needs of those with disabilities in Chester County and the surrounding communities. We have received over 85 birthday wishes to date! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Send us a Birthday Message Here!
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Check out a few of our favorite birthday greetings from our Arc Friends and Family!

"Thank you for all you do. Your leadership. Your support. You’re making a difference for so many; and, we are so grateful. Here’s to 70 more years—and, 70 after that!!"

"Happy Birthday! Thank you for 70 years of advocacy, acceptance, education, support and appreciation for all those with special needs, their families and the communities where they live and thrive."

"Happy Birthday and Congratulation on your 70th Birthday. Keep up all the good work you do and may the next 70 years bring you even more success."

"YOU ARE THE BEST! Don't know what I would have done without your assistance throughout all stages of my special needs sons life! "
Join Our Team !
Did you ever dream of having a job where you could get paid to have FUN? Are you kind, patient and empathetic? Do you enjoy helping others? We are hiring Direct Support Professionals, no previous experience in this field is necessary. In this position, you will support individuals with disabilities on outings, and trips, like going to an exciting Phillies game, or visiting Longwood Gardens, or join in at a party and dance at The Arc as well as many other fun activities and adventures. Full and part-time positions are available. Click the link below for this opportunity and others.
April is Autism Acceptance Month
Upcoming Events
Our Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day is quickly approaching! We have a fantastic day planned for the entire family. Come out and enjoy Music, Dancing, Performances, Games, Bingo, Fire Trucks, Face Painting, BUBBLES and much much more!
The Arc of Chester County's Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Ceremony
June 15,2022
6pm to 7pm
900 Lawrence Drive
West Chester, PA

Ways to Give
Donors have many options when it comes to making gifts. The method of giving depends on both your financial situation and your philanthropic goals. The Arc of Chester County accepts:
Outright Gifts are gifts of cash, check, credit card, or from donor-advised funds (DAF) and/or pledges that are paid over a fixed number of years.
Appreciated Securities - in the form of stocks, bonds, securities, annuities, or other tangible property such as real estate, artwork, vehicles, etc. provide immediate support.
Bequests – in writing a will or living trust, where you specify The Arc of Chester County as the beneficiary of all or part of your estate can provide a legacy of your support.
IRAs & Qualified Retirement Plans – where you make a gift from your IRA or designate The Arc of Chester County as the beneficiary of your required minimum distribution or the remainder balance of any retirement fund.
Life Insurance – which is an economical way to give a larger and more lasting gift without drawing on your assets now or depleting your estate by designating The Arc of Chester County as the beneficiary of all or part of your life insurance.
Planned Gifts - such as Charitable Gift Annuities or Trusts which are partnership planned gifts that benefit you and The Arc of Chester County today and in the future.
Contact
Susan Vanscovich at 610-696-8090 Ext 202 or by email at svanscovich@arcofchestercounty.org to learn more.
Phone: 610-696-8090 Fax: 610-696-8300
900 Lawrence Drive, West Chester, PA 19380