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ACHIEVE

Thankfully not everyone shared this philosophy. The first programs were offered by volunteer teachers in donated space in a church basement.

ACHIEVE, a Chapter of The Arc New York, is the premier provider of services to individuals with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties and has proudly been a part of this community for 70 years. A Brief History of ACHIEVE
More than sixty years ago it was a common practice for children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to be placed in state institutions. Those families who chose to keep their children at home were told that their children were not eligible for and could not benefit from an education, something to which every child is entitled. Ten brave families - Walter and Kathryn Baird, Clyde and Elsie Brown, Howard and Esther Hall, Siegfried and Jane Heierman, Harry and Roye Sall, George and Josephine Sheehe, Joseph and Esther Stuckert, Robert and Annette Sturdevant, Floyd and Marian Taylor, and Glenn and Marian Young - who wanted a better life for their children joined with another group of parents in New York State to establish the Broome County Association for Retarded Children so that their children could attend school, receive an education, and lead a productive life. In September of 1952 when this organization was established, ACHIEVE's founding families started out with nothing but a common goal and dream. Parents went door-to-door to collect donations, and in a few years these passionate families were able to establish a school program and summer camp for their children and other children in the community. ACHIEVE continued to grow as we merged with the Chenango ARC in September of 2016. Our organization welcomed 400 new program participants and over 100 new employees to the ACHIEVE family. ACHIEVE’s founding families had a vision for the future. Today ACHIEVE has grown into an twenty-nine-million dollar agency operating an array of services in thirty-one facilities for more than 2,200 individuals. These families were always thinking, planning, and working, and today ACHIEVE continues to live out its mission - As a chapter of NYSARC, Inc. it is the mission of ACHIEVE to advocate for an enhanced quality of life through skill advancement, inclusion, integration, and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities through services provided in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties.

04/10/2026

🎳 Tomorrow’s the big day! 🎳

Join us as we celebrate ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament, presented by Visions Federal Credit Union and co-chaired by Assemblyman Joe Angelino and Assemblyman Christopher S. Friend!

📍 Midway Lanes, Vestal
🕛 12:00 – 3:00 PM

While tickets are officially SOLD OUT (thank you for the incredible support!), you’re still invited to stop by, cheer on our bowlers, and take part in our amazing raffles!

Can’t make it in person? You can still join the fun from anywhere! 🎉 Online raffle ticket sales are open today until 12 PM — don’t miss your chance to win!

🎟️ Purchase raffle tickets here:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/achieves2026bobwarnerpincrushingclassic/event/bowling-raffles/

Let’s make this milestone year one to remember — we can’t wait to see you there! 💙

🎳 We’re kicking off our 2026 fundraising season in a BIG way! 🎉

Join us for ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament, presented by Visions Federal Credit Union and co-chaired by Assemblyman Joe Angelino and Assemblyman Christopher S. Friend!

📍 Midway Lanes
📅 April 11, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM

Grab your friends, gather your team, and secure your lane for an afternoon filled with bowling, raffles, and incredible community spirit — all while supporting the individuals and families served by ACHIEVE. 💙

Whether you’d like to:
✔️ Register a team
✔️ Become a sponsor
✔️ Make a donation

Visit 👉 https://tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEBowling2026 to get started!

And stay tuned… 👀 We’ll soon be sharing details about our amazing basket raffles, which will be available for online bidding ahead of the event!

We can’t wait to see you at the lanes! 🎳✨

04/09/2026

🌟 A Special Success Story to Share! 🌟

Over the past several months, Jeanette has shown a strong interest in washing dishes at one of our volunteer sites—and this week, her wish finally came true during her Community Based Pre-Vocation service! 🙌

Last week, an exciting opportunity opened up at the Broome West Senior Center, and Jeanette was ready to step in. She did an amazing job following instructions from the kitchen staff, working as part of the team, and even operating the dishwasher like a pro! 🍽️✨

At the end of her shift, the supervisor asked if they’d see her again next week—and with a smile and a confident nod, Jeanette agreed. 😊

After leaving, Jeanette shared how much she enjoyed her time at the senior center and how happy she was to have this opportunity.

We’re so proud of you, Jeanette—great job! 💙👏

04/09/2026

🎉 ACHIEVE Platinum Partner Recognition Week continues! 🎉

The countdown is on as we get closer to our first fundraiser or the year, ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament this Saturday, April 11—and today, we’re excited to recognize our amazing Bronze Level Sponsors! 🥉

We extend our heartfelt thanks to:
🌟Andrew R. Mancini Associates Inc.
🌟Bates Troy, Inc.
🌟The FAHS Family
🌟Precision Design & Graphics
🌟Nicki and Alan French
🌟EZaccessMD
🌟John Stevens & Anne Catalano
🌟The Raymond Corporation
🌟United Health Services
🌟RB Construction
🌟David & Janet Allen
🌟Security Mutual Life
🌟Denny & Lizzie Mirabito
🌟Jeff & Barb Schindler
🌟Marshall Machinery
🌟Peoples Security Bank & Trust
🌟Dave & Lory Chambers
🌟Bryans & Gramuglia
🌟The Agency
🌟The Sheehan Family
🌟ACHIEVE Board of Directors
🌟The Emerson Family
🌟Knowledgeworx
🌟Broome Tioga Boces
🌟Garufi Law
🌟The Feldman Family

Your generosity and commitment play a vital role in helping ACHIEVE continue to provide meaningful programs and opportunities that make a difference in our community. 💙

We’re so grateful for your support and partnership!

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Send us a message—we’d love to connect! 📩

04/08/2026

Don't miss out on ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament Basket Raffles! There’s still time to join in on the excitement—even if you’re not hitting the lanes!

🎟️ Our raffle basket drawings are LIVE, and tickets are still available online:
✨ https://tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEBowling2026-Raffles
✨ No need to be present to win
✨ Even more great prizes will be available the day of the event

While bowling spots are sold out, you can still support ACHIEVE, cheer on participants, and take a chance at some amazing prizes—all while making a meaningful impact in our community. 💙

Don’t wait—get your tickets today and be part of the fun this Saturday! 🎉

04/08/2026

🎉 ACHIEVE Partner Recognition Week continues! 🎉

The excitement is building as we count down to ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament this Saturday, April 11—and today, we’re proud to celebrate our incredible Silver Level Sponsors! 🌟

We extend our sincere appreciation to:
🌟 Tioga Downs Casino Resort
🌟 The Guthrie Clinic
🌟 NYCM Insurance
🌟 ANC Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
🌟 Gallagher
🌟 Professional Plastics
🌟 Murphy & Nolan
🌟 Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors
🌟 UpFront Auto Clinic

Your support and partnership help make everything we do possible. Because of your generosity, ACHIEVE can continue delivering impactful programs and opportunities that strengthen our community. 💙

Stay tuned as we continue to recognize more of the amazing partners who make our mission a reality!

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Send us a message—we’d love to connect! 📩

04/07/2026

April’s Self-Advocacy Right of the Month: Freedom From Harm 🛡️

In April, we’re highlighting the right to be safe and free from harm. Everyone deserves to feel secure in their home, workplace, and community. This means having the right to be protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation, bullying, and coercion—and to be treated with dignity and respect at all times.

Everyone has the right to:
• Be safe at all times
• Be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, or coercion
• Not be restrained, unless it is a real emergency to keep someone safe
• Not be bullied, mistreated, or ignored
• Report harm and be believed
• Access legal protections such as courts or third-party review
• Not be given medications to control behavior unless prescribed for medical reasons

With these rights come responsibilities—treating others with respect, not causing harm, and understanding how to recognize unsafe situations. It’s important to know who to talk to if something feels wrong, to be honest when reporting concerns, and to ask for help when needed. Learning what abuse, neglect, and exploitation look like helps keep everyone safer.

Support systems also play a key role by listening, taking concerns seriously, providing education on safety, and helping individuals access the resources and protections they need.

🛡️ Special April Self-Advocacy Committee Meeting – Join Us!
ACHIEVE’s Self-Advocacy Committee meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at 10:30 AM. This month, we’ll focus on understanding personal safety, recognizing harm, and building confidence to speak up and stay protected.

📧 Interested in learning more? Contact Kasey Hlebica at khlebica1@achieveny.org

We look forward to seeing you there—because everyone deserves to feel safe and supported! 💙

04/07/2026

🎉 ACHIEVE Platinum Partner Recognition Week is here! 🎉

The celebration continues as we spotlight the incredible supporters who help make our mission possible. As we count down to our first fundraiser of the year— ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament this Saturday, April 11—we’re proud to recognize our amazing Gold Level Sponsors! 🌟

Today, we extend our heartfelt thanks to:
🌟 ACHIEVE Foundation Board of Directors
🌟 GHS Federal Credit Union
🌟 Lamb Insurance Services
🌟 Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP

Your generosity and dedication play a vital role in the success of our events and the impact we’re able to make in the community. Because of you, we can continue creating meaningful opportunities for those we serve. 💙

Stay tuned as we continue highlighting more of our outstanding Platinum Partners throughout the week!

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Send us a message—we’d love to connect! 📩

04/06/2026

Throughout the month of March, ACHIEVE’s Community-Based Pre-Vocational program took learning into the community with a fun and interactive business exploration scavenger hunt! 🧭

Participants explored local businesses throughout the community, connecting with staff to learn about the important work they do each day. Along the way, individuals observed teamwork in action, practiced workplace etiquette, and gained insight into essential employment skills.

One of the program’s key goals is to build awareness of community businesses and the variety of roles within them—and this experience brought that mission to life. Participants not only expanded their knowledge but also showed incredible enthusiasm and engagement throughout the journey.

04/06/2026

🎉 ACHIEVE Platinum Partner Recognition Week is here! 🎉

We’re kicking off a special week of appreciation as we gear up for our first fundraiser of the year— ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament, happening this Saturday, April 11!

Our Platinum Partnership program plays a vital role in supporting ACHIEVE’s signature fundraising events throughout the year—and today, we’re proud to recognize our incredible Presenting Sponsors who continue to show up for us year after year:

🌟 Visions Federal Credit Union – Presenting Sponsor of the Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic
🌟 Mirabito Cares (Mirabito Convenience Stores) – Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony
🌟 ACHIEVE Foundation Board of Directors – Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony
🌟 M&T Bank – Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Savor the Summer Tasting Event
🌟 NBT Bank – Presenting Sponsor of our Halloween Hustle 5K

Because of your generosity and commitment, these events continue to thrive and make a meaningful impact. We are so grateful for your continued support! 💙

Be sure to follow along all week as we highlight more of our amazing Platinum Partners at every level.

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Send us a message—we’d love to connect! 📩

04/05/2026

🌷🐣 Happy Easter from Achieve! 🐰🌼

Wishing you a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and time spent with the people who matter most. May this season bring fresh beginnings, bright moments, and plenty of reasons to smile.

04/01/2026

🎳 We’re counting down the days to ACHIEVE's 30th Annual Bob Warner Pin Crushing Classic Bowling Tournament, presented by Visions Federal Credit Union and co-chaired by Assemblyman Joe Angelino and Assemblyman Christopher S. Friend!

Join us on Saturday, April 11 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM at Midway Lanes in Vestal for an afternoon of fun, community, and friendly competition. While bowling lanes are officially SOLD OUT, there are still ways to involved!

🎟️ You can still be part of the fun by entering our raffle basket drawings, now LIVE!
✨ Purchase your tickets online at: https://tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEBowling2026-Raffles
✨ No need to be present to win
✨ More great prizes will be available the day of the event

Support our bowlers, try your luck, and help make a difference—we can’t wait to see everyone next weekend!

🎉 Good luck to all participants!

04/01/2026

This past month, our Recreation programs have been on the move and making the most of every moment! 🎉

From kicking off our 3rd year of our 9-week bowling league—our biggest one yet—to celebrating all things green at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Binghamton, it’s been a season full of fun, connection, and community spirit. 🍀

We also got creative (and a little delicious!) for National Oreo Day, whipping up a variety of Oreo-inspired treats, and enjoyed a chilly but exciting outing at the Frosty Paws Ice Fest hosted by Animal Care Sanctuary at Beer Tree Farm. ❄️🐾

The fun didn’t stop there—we lit up the course with a round of glow-in-the-dark mini golf at Shipwrecked Miniature Golf! ⛳🌟

Meanwhile, our Chenango County Rec group spent meaningful time giving back by volunteering at Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center, where they explored the grounds and even learned how maple syrup is made. 🍁

From recreation to community service, it’s been an incredible month of staying active, trying new things, and making memories together! 💙

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4733 Vestal Parkway East
Vestal, NY
13850

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Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

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http://www.achieveny.org/

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Our Story

It all started with a dream - a dream of ten families who wanted a better life for their children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities - who created ACHIEVE. In 1952, the first programs were offered by volunteer teachers in donated space in a church basement. Parents went door-to-door to collect donations, and in a few years these passionate families were able to establish a school program and summer camp for their children and others in the community.

Today, we continue to ACHIEVE our dreams and have grown into an agency that operates a wide array of services across thirty facilities to more than 2,200 individuals. These families were always thinking, planning and working, and today ACHIEVE continues to live out its mission - As a chapter of NYSARC, Inc. it is the mission of ACHIEVE to advocate for an enhanced quality of life through skill advancement, inclusion, integration, and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities through services provided in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties.

I welcome you to come learn more about our organization, and thank you for 60+ years of support.

Amy Howard Chief Executive Officer