The Arc of Bartholomew County

The Arc of Bartholomew County An advocacy organization supporting individuals living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the organizations that serve them. www.thearcbc.org
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🌟 Thank You for an Incredible Awards Spotlight Series! 🌟We’ve had such a great time highlighting each of our award categ...
04/10/2026

🌟 Thank You for an Incredible Awards Spotlight Series! 🌟

We’ve had such a great time highlighting each of our award categories over the past week and celebrating the many ways individuals and organizations make a difference in our community. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted nominations, we truly appreciate your support in helping us recognize those making a difference.

We’re looking forward to celebrating together at the Annual Awards Ceremony 2026

📅 May 14, 2026
🕠 5:30 – 6:30 PM
📍 Hotel Indigo (400 Brown Street, Columbus, IN 47201)

There’s still time to submit a nomination! If someone comes to mind or you haven’t had the chance yet, nominations remain open until April 25, 2026.

Submit your nominations here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

We can’t wait to honor this year’s nominees and celebrate the impact they make every day. 💙

We’re still smiling thinking about the amazing time we had at our Disability Awareness Dance! 💃🕺 The energy, joy, and se...
04/09/2026

We’re still smiling thinking about the amazing time we had at our Disability Awareness Dance! 💃🕺 The energy, joy, and sense of community made it a truly wonderful evening for everyone.

A special thank you goes out to Self-Advocate and SABC Board Member Brandon Boas for his generous in-kind donation of his photography services to help us capture all the fun moments from the night. We are so grateful for his support!

If you’re looking for a talented photographer, Brandon is currently accepting appointments. You can connect with him at:
🌐 www.bblovephotos.com
📧 bblovephotos@sbcglobal.net
📞 (812) 371-5511
📞 (812) 343-4043

Thank you again to everyone who joined us, we can’t wait to see you at our next event! 💙

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Youth Recognition Award🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizatio...
04/09/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Youth Recognition Award🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Youth Recognition Award

Recognizing a youth, group of youths, or organization that has performed outstanding service on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Thank you for a week of recognition of our upcoming Annual Awards Ceremony. This was our last spotlight for the week, but tune in tomorrow for a final post all about the Annual Awards Ceremony 2026, we hope to see you there!💙

🌟 Membership for the New Year is Here! 🌟As we begin a new membership year, now is the perfect time to renew your members...
04/08/2026

🌟 Membership for the New Year is Here! 🌟

As we begin a new membership year, now is the perfect time to renew your membership or join The Arc of Bartholomew County!

✴️ Memberships are essential to helping organizations like ours grow, advocate, and continue supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community and beyond. When you join, you’re not just supporting a cause you’re becoming part of something bigger.

By becoming a member, you join a network of over 27,000 Hoosiers and 150,000 members nationwide, including families, self-advocates, and individuals all working toward inclusion and opportunity for all.

🗣️ Your membership adds your voice to a powerful collective advocating for full inclusion and participation at the local, state, and national levels. Together, we show legislators that the rights of people with disabilities matter.

✴️ Members are also invited to our Annual Awards Ceremony each May, where we celebrate those making a difference in our community.

Membership Options:
• Self-Advocate: $8
• Individual: $20
• Family: $35

👉 Join or renew today: https://thearcbc.networkforgood.com/projects/298975-membership-2026-2027

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Self-Advocate Award🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations i...
04/08/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Self-Advocate Award🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Self-Advocate Award
Recognizing an outstanding individual who is an achieving, inclusive member of their community.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Stay tuned as we highlight a different award each day. 💙

Thanks to Toyota Forklift for facilitating an insightful day centered around Ishiki, the Japanese principle of awareness...
04/07/2026

Thanks to Toyota Forklift for facilitating an insightful day centered around Ishiki, the Japanese principle of awareness.

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Professional of the Year🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizati...
04/07/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Professional of the Year🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Professional of the Year
Recognizing a person employed in the field of serving individuals with developmental disabilities whose work has led to meaningful improvements in supports and services for individuals and their families.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Stay tuned as we highlight a different award each day. 💙

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Friend of The Arc🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in ...
04/06/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Friend of The Arc🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Friend of The Arc
Recognizing an individual or organization that has performed outstanding service on behalf of people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Stay tuned as we highlight a different award each day. 💙

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Educator of the Year🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations ...
04/05/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Educator of the Year🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Educator of the Year
Recognizing an educator, teacher, or individual working in the educational arena who has demonstrated excellence in teaching and supporting students with special needs.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Stay tuned as we highlight a different award each day. 💙

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Volunteer of the Year🌟We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations...
04/04/2026

🌟 Awards Spotlight Series: Volunteer of the Year🌟

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible individuals and organizations in our community at our upcoming Awards Ceremony on May 14th!

Nominations are now open, and we encourage you to help us recognize those making a meaningful impact. The deadline to submit nominations is April 25th.

🏆 Today’s Featured Award: Volunteer of the Year

Recognizes a volunteer who has given generously of time and talents to accomplish the mission of The Arc in meeting the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Submit your nomination here:
https://forms.gle/9SuQNjZdp9CBWhDF9

Stay tuned as we highlight a different award each day. 💙

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Columbus, IN
47203

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