The Arc of Spokane

12/23/2025

The Arc of Spokane’s office on 2nd Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25. We will reopen for regular business hours on Thursday, December 26.

December is a busy month, marked by numerous holidays and cultural traditions. Whether you are observing a religious holiday, celebrating the solstice with family, or using the time to recharge, we hope you have what you need this week.

What is a tradition or a festive activity you’re looking forward to this season?

12/23/2025

Hurry in! All Christmas items are just $1.25 until January 5, 2026! Find a reusable tree or vintage treasure, snag some new stockings, bag some goodies for your friend who has made liking Christmas their whole personality!

Don’t wait, Christmas items are flying off the shelves faster than Santa’s reindeer!

12/22/2025

📣 Applications are now open for WSCC - Washington State Community Connectors' 2026 Washington Statewide Family Network Children’s Behavioral Health Summit Planning Committee!

🗓 Application deadline: January 3, 2026
🔗 Click the link to apply
https://forms.gle/GDALHkuvnBWAjmKN7
📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer below to apply.

📣 Applications are now open!

Please apply to join the 2026 Washington Statewide Family Network Children’s Behavioral Health Summit Planning Committee.

🗓 Application deadline: January 3, 2026

🔗 Click the link to apply
https://forms.gle/GDALHkuvnBWAjmKN7

📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer below to apply.

12/19/2025

Spokane is stronger when everyone has a place to belong.

Looking back at 2025, your support made art workshops and community outings a reality. While we celebrate these successes, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) still face daily barriers to independence and inclusion. We are working to remove these obstacles so 2026 starts with real opportunity for everyone.

Ways to take action today:
🎁 Give: Set up a monthly gift or make a one-time donation to sustain these programs.

👥 Show up: Volunteer at a workshop or join us for events like Rock the Runway.

📣 Speak up: Attend an advocacy event or share this post to help us reach more families.

Your support goes beyond creating opportunities for joy and self-expression. See some of the ways you make Spokane a more inclusive place when you give to The Arc of Spokane:

$25 can supply art tools that help people express themselves through creativity.

$50 can give a parent the resources they need to advocate for their child’s education rights.

$100 can provide accessible transportation for community outings and social connections.

$250 can empower teens transitioning into adulthood with mentorship and life skills.

Every action you take helps break a barrier to inclusion. You make this progress possible.

12/17/2025

Donation centers may be closed at our store locations for staff safety, but you can still come in and shop!

12/15/2025

🎤 🍩 Connect with your community, make your voice heard, and enjoy some free donuts! 🍩 🎤

Join The Arc of Spokane on the First Wednesday of every month for a welcoming space dedicated to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and allies.

These Open Mic Nights are an opportunity to gather in community to discuss:
Community barriers and solutions
Concerns about policy or upcoming bills
How to get involved in local advocacy

If public speaking isn't your style, you can simply listen and connect with others!

We want to hear from you!

📅 WHEN: First Wednesday of every month
⏰ TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 LOCATION: The Hive, 2904 E Sprague Ave, Spokane

➡️ Share this post to help spread the word! We can't wait to see you there!

12/11/2025

12/09/2025

Thank you to The Art Salvage of Spokane for awarding our Breakfast with Santa event a $100 mini-grant!

12/09/2025

Thank you, Sephora, for showing what an inclusive community where every life is fulfilled looks like!

12/06/2025

Change is made by those who show up, and with Advocacy Days right around the corner, now is a great time to get involved!

Join us with The Arc of Washington on December 10th at 7pm to learn how you can make a difference for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)!

Register for this free virtual rally here 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ld7DId9ySYyiwiylRy47nw #/registration

12/05/2025

Our 10 free Breakfast with Santa tickets have been claimed! Thank you again to our generous community member for your donation 🧡

If you want to attend but don't have a ticket yet, there is still time to register! But hurry, spots are filling fast 😱

Get your tickets here 👉 https://thearcofspokane.salsalabs.org/breakfastwithsanta2025?page=register

📅 Date: Saturday, December 13th
⏰ Time: 9 am & 10 am
📍 Location: The Arc of Spokane Community Center
💸 Cost: $1

12/05/2025

There is still time to claim your spot for Breakfast with Santa! And thanks to a generous donor, we have free tickets up for grabs 🥳 Message us here or email parenttoparent@arc-spokane.org to claim yours!

Don't worry, if the free tickets are gone, you can still purchase yours here: https://thearcofspokane.salsalabs.org/breakfastwithsanta2025/index.html?page=register

Date: Saturday, December 13th
Time: 9 am & 10 am
Location: The Arc of Spokane Community Center
Cost: $12