The Arc of Denton County has impacted the Denton county Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) community since its charter in 1967. We do this directly through our Self Advocate monthly meetings and book club regularly attended by 22-30 members, social events regularly attended by 50-100+, and the Texas Advocate annual conference attended by 30 of our advocate members. Our help line and email account is monitored 24/7 and provides answers to questions, provide resources, and a sounding board for those parents/individuals that don't no where to turn for help and for those who want to learn more about what we do.
We impact the Denton Community with volunteer opportunities for local colleges and Arc members as well as participation in talks through our Speaker's Bureau and representation at local resource fairs which offer information and services to the IDD community.
We develop community awareness of the needs and potential of the IDD community through our partnerships with Texas Arc, US Arc, Denton County MHMR, Texas Advocates, UNT, TWU, NCTC, The Arc DFW Area, Lewisville ISD, Denton ISD, Lake Dallas ISD, and Sanger ISD. We also share resources with other like-minded nonprofits such as Special Abilities of North Texas, Community For Permanent Supported Housing as well as many others.
The Arc of Denton County is a non-profit, all volunteer organization that is committed to empowering individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to exercise the same rights, freedoms and responsibilities as their fellow citizens by providing family support, public awareness, advocacy service and referral.
Our goal is to increase our membership base by 50% by the end of our fiscal year, December 31, 2023.
Donations made on North Texas Giving Day will help support operational funding associated with growth and expansion to include our volunteer and membership base.
A portion of the funding will also assist in securing our own facility so that we can provide a safe and secure place to hold our monthly meetings and various events.
Funds will also help support our current programs : our monthly Advocate meetings and Book Club meetings as well as supporting our members to attend the annual Texas Self Advocate Conference, Saturday Socials, our annual recognition dinner and dance, Holiday Celebrations and other events that are open to all IDD individuals and there caregivers in our community.
The Arc of Denton county is a diverse, and inclusive organization where all advocates and volunteers, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, feels valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity and access to all of our programs, workshops, and socials. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.
Organization name
The Arc of Denton County
Causes
Human Rights, Civil Rights & Advocacy, Intellectual, Developmental, and Physical Disabilities, Mental/Behavioral Health
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Denton
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
P.O. Box 2471