Arc For The River Valley

 Fort Smith     Arkansas

http://www.THEARCHELPS.ORG     << visit website

Coverage:  National

Categories:  Disabilities, [ view all ]

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Arc for the River Valley Charity Profile

Our Mission: Improving the lives of those with developmental disabilities and their families.

The ARC for the River Valley serves a seven county area of Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. At this time, we serve 600+ in the River Valley and surrounding areas. We have served the community since 1959 and are the local chapter of The Arc, a national organization. In 2005 The Arc, was named by Forbes Magazine as #10 on their list of top 200 United States Charities.

Arc for the River Valley Volunteer Information

Newsletter Editor: Must be able to use Microsoft Publisher. Volunteer from home or in the office with assistance from our Director. Most newsletter info can be retrieved from our website.

Event Planner: Plan one event each year. Work with our Director on organizing volunteers and event details.

Graphic Designer: Occasionally design a flyer, billboard, or other graphics design work as needed.

Fundraising Team: Join our team and have fun promoting concerts and special events. Pass out flyers, sell tickets, etc.

Public Relations Assistant: Write Press Releases, Set up Interviews. This position is available as an internship for a college student, or would be great for a retired person with a PR background. Volunteer from home or in the ARC office, with assistance from our Director.

Volunteer Team Leader: Lead a team of volunteers on a set activity once a month.

Event Assistant: Volunteer one day or evening a month ensuring our members can fully participate in events. This may include hosting, dancing, service food, or helping at a seminar, fishing derby, or concert. We have lost of fun together. Training provided.