You’re Invited to Join Us!
From a “Meet the Candidates” night or an Advocacy Day in Richmond to an 8K Fun Run or our star-studded Hollywood Gala, there are numerous opportunities to get involved. Amazing things happen when a community comes together. We cordially and sincerely invite you to join us in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families at any – or all – of these upcoming events.
April, 2018
Meet the Candidates Forums
The Arc of Northern Virginia is partnering with Autism Society of Northern Virginia and The Arc of Loudoun to present a series of candidate forums. On various nights in April, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and question candidates in Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. Download this flier for details.
Team Challenge
Saturday, April 29th
The 40th Annual Corporate and Community Team Challenge 8K &1M and 2M walk, will be held April 29, 2018 at Burke Lake Park. Registration for runners. walkers, sponsors, and donors.
Microsoft Family Game Night for Autism Awareness Month
The Arc of Northern Virginia is partnering with the Microsoft store in the Tysons Corner Center mall to present a Family Game Night. Join us in the store on Monday, April 30th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and enjoy a fun evening of friendly video-game competition on the X Box gaming system. Download this flier for details.
May, 2018
Shop for the Cause: A ‘Kendra Gives Back’ Party
Wednesday, May 2nd
Kendra Scott is a leading fashion lifestyle brand inspired by the personal experiences, travel, and sense of community of its CEO and designer, Kendra Scott. The Arc of Northern Virginia is the designated honoree for a “Kendra Gives Back” party. Join us at their store in the Mosaic District in Merrified for sips, sweets, and jewels. The Arc will receive 20% of the proceeds of all sales in the store during our event.
June, 2018
Dine Out for People with Disabilities
Saturday, June 9th – 1:00-4:00pm
Fair Winds Brewery hosts our next Dine Out event. Join us in Lorton for a down-home Crawfish Boil, featuring hot seafood, cold brew, and the fun and fellowship. It’s a fun event, so invited your family, bring your friends, and support our mission all at the same time.
Throughout the year, local businesses help The Arc of Northern Virginia by hosting fundraising events for our benefit. Each event is different and gives you a chance to enjoy a meal, meet our staff, members, and board of directors, all while supporting us.
July, 2018
Dine Out for People with Disabilities
Thursday, July 19th – 6:00-9:00pm
Clare & Don’s Beach Shack hosts our next Dine Out event. Join us in Falls Church for a rousing good time, featuring music by the popular band Big Tow. You don’t want to miss the good food, cold drinks, and of course the fun and fellowship. It’s a fun event, so invited your family, bring your friends, and support our mission all at the same time.
Throughout the year, local businesses help The Arc of Northern Virginia by hosting fundraising events for our benefit. Each event is different and gives you a chance to enjoy a meal, meet our staff, members, and board of directors, all while supporting us.
October, 2018
Opportunities Open Golf Tournament
Date: To be announced
Presented by The Rotary Club of Dulles International Airport. Since its inception, this event has raised more than $500,000 for local charities dedicated to helping make a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities. The Tournament supports The Arc of Northern Virginia, Every Citizen Has Opportunities (ECHO), ServiceSource and The Arc of Loudoun at Paxton Campus.
November, 2018
The Arc of Northern Virginia Goes HOLLYWOOD
Saturday, November 3rd
Mark your calendar and save the date! You’ll want to be part of the red carpet action as The Arc of Northern Virginia presents our fall gala.
Annual Meeting
Date: To be announced
The Arc of Northern Virginia Annual meeting and election of board and officers is held in late October – early November each year. If you’d like to learn more about opportunities to join our Board of Directors, please contact our Executive Director, Rikki Epstein, via email.
March, 2019
Wings for All
Date: To Be Determined
Wings for All is designed to alleviate some of the stress that families who have a child with a disability experience when traveling by air. The program provides families with the opportunity to practice entering the airport, obtain boarding passes, go through security and board a plane. Wings for All also gives airport, airline, Transportation Security Administration professionals and other personnel the opportunity to observe, interact and deliver their services in a structured, learning environment. Check out the album of photos from Wings for All 2018.
October, 2019
Arctoberfest
Date: To Be Determined
Look for Arctoberfest in 2019
Check out our album of photos from Arctoberfest 2017
On-Going Events
Trust Presentations
Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, will presents to families, siblings and adults with disabilities or others interested in learning about special needs trusts and other tools to consider when developing a plan for the future.
Workshops & Trainings
The Arc of Northern Virginia is an information and referral source for families and professionals. To keep families up-to-date on advocacy issues and provide information on disability issues we host and sponsor many educational seminars and workshops throughout the year.