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There may be more than you think that The Arc Baltimore offers you - Resources For You - and more ways that you can help, not just financially, but through your connections - Connections We Need. We want you to take advantage of all the resources The Arc Baltimore has to offer beyond direct support programs and how you can help get the community involved.

Call For Art

Artists of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities looking to have their art showcased and auctioned off at this year's Art in the Round must submit their artwork by Tuesday, September 15. Please don't delay!

All artwork must be accompanied by a completed artist packet. We will notify selected artists by Wednesday, September 30. Selected artists will receive two complimentary tickets to the event on Friday, October 16 from 7:30 PM - 11:oo PM. Please note that the event is three weeks earlier than normal and it is at a new location, The Grand Lodge of Maryland in Hunt Valley.

Family Picnic Rescheduled for 7/29

Please join The Arc Baltimore's Outreach and Family Services division for our annual Family Networking Picnic. Families of children both young and old can connect while enjoying food, fun and games. We hope to see you there!

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meadowood Regional Park

10650 Falls Rd, Lutherville, MD 21093

For more information and directions, click here. Please RSVP to Mercedes Thompson at 443-279-3357 by July 27th.

Memorial Brick Remembrance Program

The Arc Baltimore has known the loss of amazing people through the years - individuals who we supported to their end, family members who gave of themselves to advance our mission, and staff members who spent careers of dedicated service. Gifts are often given to The Arc Baltimore in memory of those we've lost. Now a more permanent gift may be offered. A memorial garden patio at The Arc Baltimore's headquarters in Towson can include bricks that are engraved with names and messages to help us remember those we've lost.

Honor the memory of your loved one with an engraved brick or a tree with a plaque at the base.

Print and fill out the memorial form and mail it to The Arc Baltimore, Attn: Development, 7215 York Road, Baltimore MD 21212. For more information, contact Kate McGuire at 410-296-2272, ext. 5217.

Donate That Clunker!

Do you have an old clunker taking up room in your driveway or garage? The Arc Baltimore is pleased to accept your car or other vehicle as a donation through a partnership with The Arc U.S. and Melwood. Donate your used car, van, truck, boat with a trailer, or recreational vehicle to The Arc Baltimore, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The proceeds from the sale of our donated vehicles help to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. It's as easy as filling out our online auto donation form. If you have any questions, call 1-877-272-2270 and have your title in hand.

Hours of Operation: Monday - Thurs: 8 am - 7 pm
Friday: 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday: Closed

Vehicle Donations are Tax Deductible
Our organization is a 501c(3) charity. Check with a tax professional on how to maximize your tax deduction since every car donation and tax situation is unique.

Council Survey - Your Help Needed!

The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council believes that all people should be supported to live in their communities.

Every five years the Council develops goals by listening to input provided by people with developmental disabilities, family members, people who support them, and advocates. Your feedback will help us decide on priorities on how to direct our funding. The Survey deadline is July 31st!

Your feedback from this survey will help direct our resources and advocacy efforts through 2021. Please share the survey with adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

See how your County's participation compares and take action to ensure equal representation! Thank you for taking a few minutes of your day to help make a difference!

Amazon Smile

When shopping on Amazon, make sure you designate The Arc Baltimore at www.smile.amazon.com. The Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from eligible purchases.

Cruisin' For Connections

Connections will host their annual Harbor Brunch Cruise on Sunday, August 2, 2015 from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm at 561 Light Street, Inner Harbor. You must be at least 21 years old to attend. Tickets are $40 per person and will be given at Boarding. Please RSVP by July 16th to Linda Yannuzzi at 410-296-2272, ext. 5159.

Connections is a singles group sponsored by The Arc Baltimore which promotes love and friendship among participants and provides opportunities for social engagement.

ADA 25th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on Sunday, July 26, 10 am-2 pm at Camden Yards Warehouse in Baltimore.

This FREE event is sponsored by the Maryland Department of Disabilities and will feature an outdoor resource fair with local community groups and service providers. The ADA legacy bus tour will make a stop for photos and to sign the ADA Pledge. Elected officials and area talent will come together during the indoor program to highlight the difference the ADA has made in people's lives. Click here for more information.

LISS Program Improvements

The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) has announced improvements to the LISS program, including a new, streamlined application process.

There will be two application rounds:

July 1- July 31, 2015
August 1-November 30, 2015

Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) assists adults with developmental disabilities and families with a child with developmental disabilities with purchasing services and/or items to address their needs. LISS cannot exceed $2,000. Click here for the application and visit the DDA website for more information.

We Want Your Business

The Arc Baltimore is looking for local businesses willing to hire (or develop an internship opportunity) for employees with developmental disabilities. Our employees are ready and willing to start their career with your business. Help us make that happen by contacting our Employment Services Division or call 410-296-WORK.

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