The Arc of Fort Bend County
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July 2020
    



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The Arc's office closure and suspension of programs and activities is continued through Friday, July 31, 2020. This includes Special Olympics sports practices, competitions and activities.

SO International and SOTX are working to re-open SLOWLY & SAFELY. Watch for more information from your coaches.

We will reassess the impact of the COVID 19 virus following the "re-opening of businesses" throughout July. Updates will follow.

Be well, wear a mask in public and stay distanced!

Laura LaVigne
CEO

 


The Arc of Fort Bend extends their gratitude to those who have donated to our "No Sweat" Golf Classic!

New donors:
Lake Management Services, L.P. and Annette Jessup & Richard Stolleis

$37,300 DONATED so far! 
 
If you would like to contribute to our virtual fundraiser, "No Sweat" Golf Classic, we are offering sponsorships as in past years - Gold $2000, Silver $1500, Executive $1200, Beverage Cart $500 and Hole $250. Or, you can choose your own amount. You can donate via credit card https://arcoffortbend.org/donate/ or via check by filling out this form and returning it to The Arc. Donors will be recognized on our social media pages.

 
Join The Arc of Fort Bend County Youth Group friends
for some summer fun & games!  
 
Virtual summer social with fun & games  
before heading back to school!





                                              
 
 
 

 

 
 
Thinking about trading in your old car?
Donate it to The Arc of Fort Bend instead!

How to Donate:
The Arc accepts cars, vans, trucks, boats with a trailer, and recreational vehicles seven days a week, 24 hours a day. It's as simple as filling out our online donation form.
 
Prefer to speak with a person? Call (877) 272-2270 and a friendly operator will assist you. 

You must be able to provide the year; make and model of your vehicle, the general condition, the vehicle identification number, and have the title and lien in hand. The Arc will take care of the rest and arrange a convenient time for free auto towing. Your tax form will be mailed to you as a "Non-Cash Charitable Contributions," within four to six weeks.
  
 Click here for the Donation Form and select "The Arc of Fort Bend County."    
 
 

Did you know many employers will match your charitable donation to The Arc ?

Your donations to The Arc help support all of our programs including educational advocacy, employment assistance, social activities, Special Olympics, parent support groups and Self Advocates group. We depend on donors like you to help us accomplish our mission and continue our vital work to provide a "quality of life for all". We encourage you to take advantage of the matching gift program to make your donation go even further.  

Check with your employer today!








 


 
 

Adult Social Recreation Events
 
 
All in-person programs and activities have been suspended through Friday, July 31, 2020. We will re-assess at that time.

 
 
*** The Arc's Adult Social Recreation Program is a "members-only" club for individuals with I/DD living in Fort Bend County.  There is an application process that is updated each year.
Contact Nancy Dobert info@arcoffortbend.org  for a registration packet and more information on the requirements for this program. 


 
Special Olympics Events
 
  
All Special Olympics Sport Training, Competition Activities and Activities involving our athletes are SUSPENDED through mid-July, 2020.  We are waiting on further instructions from Special Olympics International and SOTX to start up a couple of sports.   


Contact Pam Hollaway at info@arcoffortbend.org for more information, 
or call 281/494-5959.

Our Mission Statement

The Arc of Fort Bend County ensures opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to maximize their quality of life within our community.