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The Arc of the Bay Culinary Institute to Open Coffee Shops and Cafe on Gulf Coast State College Campus
Something awesome is coming to the ATC and Student Union East
The Arc of the Bay Culinary Institute is excited to bring our program to the Gulf Coast State College Campus!
ATC/WELCOME CENTER – September 1
A coffee shop featuring coffee from Amavida Coffee Roasters and a selection of breakfast items with an expanded menu coming October 1st.
STUDENT UNION EAST – October 1
A café offering light lunches and snacks. We’ll also have a coffee shop featuring coffee from Amavida Coffee Roasters and a selection of breakfast items.
URGENT: Advocate with Gov. DeSantis on Behalf of People with Developmental Disabilities
All of the Arc of Florida Chapters are asking All ‘Friends of Arc’ To Contact Governor Ron DeSantis And Ask Him To Support APD In Avoiding Impending Funding Crisis For People With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities & Their Providers.
Dear Clients, Employees, Families & Friends at The Arc of the Bay:
The Arc of the Bay, and all providers of services to people with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), are facing an impending funding crisis if federal- and state-issued emergency coronavirus funding is not renewed. As of today this emergency funding, designed for short-term natural disasters, is set to end on August 1st. We ask all of our families and friends to support the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) and providers of services to people with I/DD (like The Arc of the Bay), by contacting Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and advocating on behalf of our loved ones. Phone or email Gov. DeSantis with the following simple statement:
“Please support APD in their efforts to partner with Providers to solve the current financial crisis caused by the abrupt termination of COVID emergency funding scheduled to be defunded August 1st, 2020.”
Gov. DeSantis can be reached at [email protected] or at 850-717-9337.
Thank you for advocating on behalf of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Ron Sharpe, Executive Director
The Arc of the Bay
1804 Carolina Ave.
Lynn Haven, FL
(850) 381-7804
Vote for The Arc of the Bay in CIT Bank’s Act of Caring Campaign
The Arc of the Bay was selected along with nine other of charities in the US for $10,000 grant from CIT Bank. We now have the opportunity to double the grant total by receiving the most votes in the CIT Bank’s Act of Caring campaign. View the link below to vote now. The deadline for voting is July 19th.
This grant will help further our mission in providing life & job skills allowing individuals with HUMAN NEEDS lead a more productive & independent life.
Click Below to Vote Today (You may ONLY vote once during this contest):
https://bit.ly/citcares-aotb
Thanks in advance for your support.
Our Update on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
LAST UPDATED: Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
As you know, it was our goal to reopen our Adult Day Training Programs at both of our locations this Wednesday, July 1st. Well, again after further review & feedback from several other local providers, we have decided to remain closed, especially with the current spike in new COVID-19 cases.
As this is our 3rd attempt to make a sincere effort to reopen, we will not announce an exact date of reopening except to say that we will continue daily to closely monitor and will provide an update as soon as we can regarding a date for reopening.
We have been very fortunate that none of our associates have tested positive or shown all symptoms associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thanks in advance for your support.
With gratitude,
Ron
*Individuals will need to call ahead to reserve their attendance.
**We will be following all CDC/FDOH COVID-19 safety guidelines.
We appreciate your patience, understanding and prayers as we navigate our future plans for the special individuals that we have the privilege to serve.
We will continue to keep you abreast of any updates and changes.
Most sincerely,
Ron
Other COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Call Center available 24/7 +1 (866) 779-6121 or email [email protected]
For more detail on Florida resident cases, please visit the live DOH Dashboard here.
* Florida residents that are diagnosed with COVID-19 and isolated out of state are not reflected on the Florida map.
** Total cases overview includes positive cases in Florida residents and non-Florida residents tested in Florida.
More Information on COVID-19
To find the most up-to-date information and guidance on COVID-19, please visit the Department of Health’s dedicated COVID-19 webpage. For information and advisories from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), please visit the CDC COVID-19 website. For more information about current travel advisories issued by the U.S. Department of State, please visit the travel advisory website.
For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the Department’s dedicated COVID-19 Call Center by calling 1-866-779-6121. The Call Center is available 24 hours per day. Inquiries may also be emailed to [email protected].
Fashion for Charity – Charity Fashion Show – Thursday July 19, 2018
Fashion Show to Benefit THE ARC OF THE BAY
Celebrating 61 years of providing supports and opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
THURSDAY JULY 19, 2018
Holley Academic Center – FSU PC Campus
6:00 PM – Fashion Show Starts – Seating is Limited – Donations for Entry
Fashions Provided by: TJ MAXX
For More Info, call 850-265-2951
Sponsorships Available – Ask about a V.I.P. Table that includes Heavy Hors d’oeuvres & Wine
WIN a WEEK Stay at Seachase (on Panama City Beach)
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$2,000 Value! Benefiting The Arc of the Bay
Win 8 Days and 7 Nights on Beautiful Panama City Beach
Just $20 per ticket to support The Arc of the Bay
Check-in: August 11th, 2018 at Noon
Check-out: August 18th, 2018 at Noon
Drawing: July 11th, 2018
Two Bedrooms (one with a king size bed and one with two queens) – Sleeps 8
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THIS EVENT HAS ENDED. CHECK BACK FOR NEXT YEAR’S RAFFLE.
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Dining For a Cause – Every Friday in March – Click for Location and Date Information
Come join us for good food, good fun, and a great cause. Each Friday in March, you can visit the locations below and each participating business will donate a portion of their proceeds from the day to The Arc of the Bay. Together, we are furthering our mission to provide the critical supports & services to adults with disabilities in our community.
March 2
VICTORIA’S LAST BITE (832 Florida Ave., Lynn Haven, FL)
March 9
CHARLIE CORAM’S PLACE (2729 W. 23rd St., Panama City, FL and 6204 Hwy. 2301, Panama City, FL)
March 16
ST. PADDY’S LUNCHEON FUNDRAISER AT THE ARC OF THE BAY (1804 Carolina Ave., Lynn Haven, FL)
Corned beef and cabbage provided by Beef O’Brady’s Lynn Haven
March 23
JIMMY JOHN’S LYNN HAVEN (2205 FL-77, Lynn Haven, FL)
March 30
TAZIKI’S MEDITERRANEAN CAFE (103 W. 23rd St. E7, Panama City, FL and 15463 PCB Pkwy Unit B, PCB, FL)
Valentine’s Day Will Be Here Before You Know It…Order a Lollipop from our Lollipop Shop
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Instructions for Ordering:
- Download the Order Form by clicking the button below (or by clicking here)
- Fill out the Order Form
- Fax your completed Order Form to (850) 248-2952
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Take 5 To Give $5 – Bus Fundraiser
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You can either click the DONATE button on this post or the link below to donate today. A minimum donation of $5 is being requested however, you may give any amount above that to show your support. Business sponsorships are ALSO available. Your logo (or business name) will be added to the van if a Business Sponsorship was to be purchased.
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This fundraiser has ended. Thanks for your support!
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SABC is Now The Arc of the Bay
St. Andrew Bay Center is now The Arc of the Bay and is proud to join The Arc’s national brand in the spirit of energy and a renewed commitment to providing opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, (I/DD) and their families.
This dynamic new logo is the new face of The Arc of the Bay and will be on our publications, web site, signs, community events and more. The logo will unite our affiliated chapters across the country under the banner “Achieve With Us,” a call to move forward and take the road leading to progress, inclusion and respect.
“Our new brand identity represents a new day for The Arc of the Bay and the mission of The Arc. The new logo is bringing the work of a strong and energetic organization front and center and is a bright reminder that we provide opportunity: Opportunity for Hope, Opportunity for Growth and an Opportunity for Change,” said Executive Director, Ron Sharpe.
The Arc is the Nation’s largest and leading organization for people with I/DD and their families with 67 years of promoting and protecting the rights of people with I/DD and providing them the opportunity to live full, satisfying and self-determined lives as valued and contributing members of their communities. The Arc is an agent of change and over the past six decades, The Arc has been on the front lines advocating for legislation to improve the lives of people with I/DD in health care, education, employment, housing and more.