OUR
VISION

The Arc of Palm Beach County envisions a community where every person feels welcome, connected and accepted.


OUR
MISSION

We are changing the conversation around disabilities by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities and improving the lives of the people we serve, their families and our community.

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Upcoming Events

Kids Corner Holiday Shop

Celebrate the holiday season with a visit to the Kids Corner Holiday Shop, located at The Gardens Mall on the Lower Level near Nordstrom from November 9 – December 24, open all mall hours.

This exclusive, kids-only store lets children pick out gifts for their favorite people. A wonderful team of Santa’s helpers are there to help each and every child spend one shiny coin from Santa’s golden bank. Additional coins can be purchased at three for $5, and best of all, 100% of the proceeds will benefit The Arc of Palm Beach County!

Event Date November 9, 2024
Event End Date December 24, 2024
Cut off date December 24, 2024
Miami Heat Game Series

 

Clients, friends and families of The Arc of Palm Beach County will experience an exciting evening with the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center! A limited number of deeply discounted tickets are available. For more information and to register, please reach out to our Director of Respite and Recreation, Bennie Drain, at (561) 842-5814 Ext. 206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Event Date November 29, 2024 8:00 pm
Miami Heat Game Series

 

Clients, friends and families of The Arc of Palm Beach County will experience an exciting evening with the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center! A limited number of deeply discounted tickets are available. For more information and to register, please reach out to our Director of Respite and Recreation, Bennie Drain, at (561) 842-5814 Ext. 206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Event Date December 7, 2024 8:00 pm
Under the Big Top: A FashionAble Runway Show

Please join us at The Arc of Palm Beach County's South Campus (4522 S. Congress Ave Palm Springs, FL 33461for a FashionAble Runway Show featuring sustainable fashion and unique abilities. Empowerment and talent will be on full display as we celebrate the designers participating in this collaborative program made possible by aZul Fashion, Art & Design, Inc., The Arc, and Goody Two Shoes.

Event Date December 11, 2024 12:00 pm
Event End Date December 11, 2024 1:30 am
Cut off date December 12, 2024

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

Thrift Store Customer Appreciation Day

 

Join us for the annual Customer Appreciation Day at The Arc Thrift Store!

Enjoy live music, raffle prizes, hot cocoa, refreshments from TJ's Cafe, and special sales.

 

The Arc Thrift Store

4522 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461

(561) 967-5993

Event Date December 14, 2024 10:00 am
Miami Heat Game Series

 

Clients, friends and families of The Arc of Palm Beach County will experience an exciting evening with the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center! A limited number of deeply discounted tickets are available. For more information and to register, please reach out to our Director of Respite and Recreation, Bennie Drain, at (561) 842-5814 Ext. 206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Event Date January 4, 2025 8:00 pm
2025 Great Charity Challenge

The Arc of Palm Beach County is thrilled to be a participant in the 2025 Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Wellington International. What’s at stake? A share of the $2 million purse! Save the date and join us for an electrifying evening of show jumping and the unstoppable spirit of giving.

Thank you Great Charity Challenge for selecting us, and congratulations to all the other amazing organizations chosen to participate! 

Event Date February 1, 2025 7:00 pm
Event End Date February 1, 2025 10:00 pm

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Learn what we do and how we help.

The Arc of Palm Beach County is changing the conversation around disabilities by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities and improving the lives of the people we serve, their families and our community.

Our programs deliver services directly to individuals with developmental disabilities from infancy through adulthood, as well as to families in need of support.

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CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES

Charter School, Respite Services, Camp, Americorps

EARLY INTERVENTION

First Step to Success, Early Connections, Forward Leaps

ADULT SERVICES

Residential Services, Adult Day Training, Employment Services, Artisan

COMMUNITY INCLUSION

Inclusion Support, Support Services, Respite Services, Recreation Activities

AT HOME RESOURCES

Need some fun activities to do at home or helpful resources?

We Believe

  • In making it fun
  • In a commitment to excellence
  • In achieving your greatest
    level of potential
  • In inspiring possibilities
  • That people are creative,
    resourceful, and whole
  • In creating acceptance
    through connection
  • In accepting people for who
    they are
  • In recognizing people for
    their talents
  • In allowing people to make
    their own choices
  • That everything is
    figureouttable

There are so many WAYS to GIVE!

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The work The Arc of Palm Beach County does is felt in all corners of the community. Every year, we serve more than 3,500 families. Through our meaningful programs, we change lives every day.

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