Plan for the Future
Find future planning resources for people with disabilities, families, and professionals.
About The Arc: Mission & Work
Welcome to The Arc. You belong here.
The Arc of the United States is the nation’s leading nonprofit advocating for and supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. Since 1950, we have worked to promote and protect human and civil rights and to support full inclusion in community life.
Latest News & Updates
Disability Rights, Services & Support
Link to: Policy & Advocacy
Policy & Legal Advocacy
We advance disability rights in Congress, agencies, and courts.
Link to: Grassroots Advocacy
Grassroots Advocacy
We help people influence policy through action alerts and tools.
Link to: OUR INITIATIVES
Programs & Initiatives
We offer programs on education, technology, travel, and more.
Link to: Find A Chapter
Find a Chapter
We connect people to local services, support, and advocacy.
Link to: Events
Events
We bring people together to learn, meet, and build the future.
Link to: Find Resources
Resources & Guides
We provide guides and fact sheets on key disability topics.
Impact for People With Disabilities & Families
With your support, inclusion shows up in services, schools, and everyday community life.
549
Chapters serving communities nationwide
75
Years advancing disability rights and inclusion
677,069
Advocacy actions to Congress in 2025
What’s Happening Now
Special Education Advocacy Curriculum
Whether you are a person with a disability, parent, educator, service provider, or non-attorney advocate, The Arc@School’s Advocacy Curriculum (available in English and Spanish) provides the basic information needed to navigate the special education system. Learn about early intervention services, individualized education programs, Section 504, and more.
Summer Leadership Institute – Register Now!
July 14–16, 2026 | Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, CA
Join executives, leaders, and professionals at the Summer Leadership Institute. This intimate networking and professional development event fosters mentorship and tackles the most pressing issues in the IDD sector. Engage in dynamic discussions, gain valuable insights, and strengthen your leadership.
Featured Sponsors & Partners
We’re grateful for the companies and foundations that power our programs and advocacy.
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
