URGENT: Our First FY28 Budget Action Alert

As Governor Maura Healey prepares the FY28 state budget, The Arc of Massachusetts is calling on her administration to urgently prioritize individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism, their families, and the essential workforce that supports them.

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2:1 Donation Match Unlocked through November 30

The Arc of the United States has just launched the Speaking the Truth matching donation challenge with an anonymous donor matching up to $50,000. Gifts are split evenly between The Arc of Massachusetts and The Arc US.

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Massachusetts Senate Adopts Nicky’s Law Expansion Amendment

A longtime advocacy priority, this supports the safety of our community regardless of where they receive services. The bill voted on today already included an expansion for the abuse registry to child care providers.

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Record Turnout at 2026 Transition Conference

On Saturday, October 24, The Arc of Massachusetts welcomed a record attendance of nearly 500 to our 2026 Transition Conference – Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow.

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2026 Flutie 5K Highlights Are Here!

Whether you walked, ran, rolled, donated, or just spread the word, you contributed in a meaningful way toward enhancing the lives of individuals with IDD and autism in Massachusetts. Even in these challenging times, our community is stronger than ever and we are so grateful for your support!

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Advocacy can change one family’s path, and it can shape laws, policies, and systems for thousands of people with IDD and autism. None of this happens without your support.

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Health Policy News Operation House Call

November 12, 2026

CEO Maura Sullivan Presents on Operation House Call at Boston Children’s Hospital BRIDGES Adult Transition Program Summit

What an important day at the Boston Children’s Hospital BRIDGES Adult Transition Program Summit! CEO Maura Sullivan was thrilled to present Operation House Call alongside a dedicated community of clinicians,…

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November 12, 2026

The Arc Announces Promotions of Three Team Members

We are thrilled to announce that Kalea Amundson has been promoted to Development and Operations Manager. If you’ve ever attended one of our events and marveled at how smoothly everything…

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