A Message from the CEO

The Arc of Chester County’s 70th Anniversary is a significant and exciting milestone. It is one that we share and celebrate with all of you – our friends and partners. It has been the kindness of thousands over the last seven decades that have built The Arc of Chester County into what it is today and we could not be more grateful!

While we have made incredible strides improving equal rights, funding, and access to the delivery of services for individuals with disabilities and their families, many vital and critical services remain underfunded or unfunded. It has been and will continue to be the generosity of our community partners and friends that will enable The Arc to remain a prominent voice advocating with and for individuals with disabilities and their families. Like the trailblazers who founded us 70 years ago, we will not rest until individuals with disabilities and their families are treated with respect, equity, inclusion, and have the necessary public support to meet their needs.

It is why philanthropy continues to play a critical role in providing what individuals with disabilities and their families need to live successfully. Words cannot express how thankful we are for the donations received to support our mission in the 2021-2022 year. Thanks to the generosity of 766 donors, The Arc was able to raise a total of $732,004 this past fiscal year. We remain incredibly proud to report that 94 percent of all revenue received goes directly to support programs and services for individuals with disabilities and their families.

To every person, family, business, organization, and partner whose names appear in the pages that follow, THANK YOU! Your donations truly make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we are privileged to serve.

“I look forward to the opportunity to see you and thank you in person for your generosity and kindness. Until then, I wish you and yours the very best.”

Jeanne Meikrantz Chief Executive Officer