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  • Bubble Walk participants kicking off their walk around West Goshen Park.
    Nonprofit

    Arc of Chester County’s Bubble Walk & Fun Day Raises $125,041 — Hitting Fundraising Goal

    May 27, 2026

    The Arc of Chester County’s 23rd Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised $125,041 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families, and achieved…

  • A laughing boy in a wheelchair.
    Chester County

    Stronger Together: The Arc of Chester County Celebrates National Disabilities Awareness Month 2026

    March 4, 2026

    This March, The Arc of Chester County invites the community to come together in recognition of National Disabilities Awareness Month — a time dedicated to…

  • Jeanne Meikrantz, CEO of The Arc of Chester County, has announced her retirement from the Arc of Chester County
    Chester County

    The Arc of Chester County CEO & Industry Leader, Jeanne Meikrantz, Announces Retirement

    December 23, 2025

    After an impressive 45-year career in the human services industry, Jeanne Meikrantz, the Chief Executive Officer of The Arc of Chester County for the last…

  • A family enjoys a pancake breakfast at this year’s Holiday Fun Fest at Arc of Chester County.
    Chester County

    The Arc of Chester County Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Inclusion at the Annual Holiday Fun Fest

    December 15, 2025

    On Dec. 6th, The Arc of Chester County kicked off the holiday season with its most joyful Holiday Fun Fest yet.  Families from across the…

  • (From left) Dan, Glenn, Sandy, and Ben Hartranft, CEO of Benergy1.
    Chester County

    Champion of Kindness and Inclusion Wins ‘We Are Worth It’ Award

    November 21, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County announces that Ben Hartranft, founder and CEO of Benergy1, has been awarded the “We Are Worth It” Self-Advocate Employee of…

  • A poster from the Arc of Chester County showing a penguin in a scarf, cap and sweater outside in the snow promoting its Dec. 6 Holiday Fun Fest.
    Chester County

    The Arc of Chester County Brings Inclusive Joy During the Holidays

    November 7, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County is welcoming families back for its Annual Holiday Fun Fest—an inclusive holiday celebration for children and adults of all abilities.…

  • Pictured (from left) are: John, C. and Laura L’s father, Giant Employees; Tej Patel, Giant Assistant General Manager; Arc Employer of the Year; John Breznicky, Arc ETS; Marv C., Giant Employee; and Shelby Hallman, Arc Director of CES.
    Chester County

    Arc of Chester County Honors East Bradford Giant as 2025 Employer of the Year

    October 9, 2025

    October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and the power of inclusive workplaces. To mark…

  • Pictured Left to Right: Arc CEO, Jeanne Meikrantz, Ken Knickerbocker, ACJ Publisher and CEO, Steve Knickerbocker, ACJ Vice President of Development, Lisa Albany, Arc BOD President and Arc COO Jen Strausser.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County Honors American Community Journals with 2025 Partner of the Year Award

    September 5, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County announces that American Community Journals (ACJ) is the recipient of its 2025 Partner of the Year Award. The award was…

  • Jaclyn Urso-DeFeo and Family are showered with bubbles during the May 18 Arc Bubble Walk & Fun Day.
    Nonprofit

    Arc of Chester County’s Bubble Walk Smashes Goal With $140,000 Raised

    May 22, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $140,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. More than…

  • Two male businessmen present a giant check to a nonprofit executive.
    Events & Fundraisers

    The Arc of Chester County Surprised with $10,000 Check as Nonprofit Beneficiary of VISTA NextGen Superstars

    May 12, 2025

    For the sixth consecutive year, the VISTA NextGen Superstars Awards Reception & Celebration honored the future of Chester County, but it was a surprise moment…

  • The staff and executives of Arc of Chester County and Partners in Outreach stand with a collection of Easter baskets.
    Nonprofit

    Arc Partners With Partners in Outreach to Support Children and Families During the Spring Holiday Season

    April 16, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County announces a heartwarming new partnership with Partners in Outreach, a local nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children in…

  • Pictured (From left): Jim Conroy, Co-President, Pennhurst Memorial & Preservation Alliance; Karen Hayes and Jean Searle, legal members of the Pennhurst Lawsuit Class; and Jeanne Meikrantz, Arc of Chester County CEO.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County Partners with Penn State Great Valley in Speaker Series and Step Challenge

    March 28, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County, a dedicated champion for individuals with disabilities and their families, is proud to partner with Penn State Great Valley for…

  • The Guay Family enjoys a visit with Santa at the Arc's Annual Holiday Fun Fest.
    Nonprofit

    Arc of Chester County Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Inclusion at the Annual Holiday Fun Fest

    December 16, 2024

    This past Saturday, Dec. 7, The Arc of Chester County brought the community together to celebrate its Annual Holiday Fun Fest, a joyful and inclusive event…

  • The Williams Family visited the Arc of Chester County's Holiday Fun Fest in 2023.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County Brings Inclusive Joy at Holiday Fun Fest

    November 14, 2024

    The holiday season can be a joyful yet challenging time, especially for families of children with disabilities who often face extra financial and social pressures.…

  • Joining in the Arc of Chester County's playground dedication Sept. 19 are (from left) Lisa Albany, Arc BOD President; Leo and Maryanne Parsons, Jeanne Meikrantz, Arc CEO; Conner, Sarah, Oliva, JJ and Bill Keeenan.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County Dedicates New Inclusive Playground

    September 24, 2024

    A new era of play, inclusion, and joy has officially begun at The Arc of Chester County. On Thursday, September 19, 2024, the organization dedicated…

  • Lisa Albany is the new president of the board of directors at Arc of Chester County.
    Nonprofit

    Citadel’s Lisa Albany named Arc of Chester County Board President

    July 29, 2024

    Effective July 1, Lisa Albany, vice president at Citadel Federal Credit Union, was installed as The Arc of Chester County’s new president of its Board…

  • Attending the Arc of Pennsylvania Legislative Breakfast in Harrisburg in June were Senator Comitta with Arc Team Members in the back row (from left) Jen Strausser, Senator Comitta, Cathy Bauer, Kathy Klein, Kim Booz, Kera Swift-Josey and Arc CEO, Jeanne Meikrantz.; (front row, from left) Self-Advocates Michelle Talis, Dan Paight, and Miriam Reid.
    Nonprofit

    Senator Comitta Secures Funding for The Arc of Chester County

    July 20, 2024

    To help further The Arc of Chester County’s mission to advocate, educate and provide services to empower individuals with disabilities, state Sen. Carolyn Comitta secured…

  • Arc of Chester County CEO Jeanne Meikrantz honors a young walker.at the May 19, 2024 Bubble Walk & Fun Day.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk Raises Over $128,000

    May 24, 2024

    The Arc of Chester County’s 2024 Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $128,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. Over 350…

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