Many thanks to all who attended and supported The Arc of Lincoln Harvest Moon Annual Celebration held on 10-19-2023.
The event advocating for individuals with intellectual and development disabilities was a fun-filled success. The scrumptious dinner by the Venue, the lively fundraising Live Auction by Ed Hall of Vandertook Auction Co. as well as the Silent Auctions , and the recognition program event took place at The Grand Manse in the Jasmine Room.
2023 Arc Advocate Awards were presented to the following individuals in recognition of their advocacy and service:
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Community Advocate Award: Kathy Wade, DD Service Coordination Supervisor - NE Department Health & Human Services
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Educator Advocate Award: Hope Clarke, Lux MS Special Education Teacher - Lincoln Public Schools
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Leadership Advocate Award: Dr. Amber Messersmith- Management Department Professor, UNL College of Business
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Self Advocate Award: Alan Carlson- Board Vice President, Arc of Lincoln
Appreciation was expressed to the following Harvest Moon sponsors:
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Bryan Hospital, Lincoln
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Hands of Heartland, Lincoln
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Glienke Insurance Agency, Lincoln
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Kobza Family, Lincoln
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NIAF Reality, Lincoln
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Riggs & Associates CPAs, Lincoln
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Sandhills Global - Peed Foundation, Lincoln
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Young Family, Beatrice
Appreciation was also expressed to over 50 agencies, businesses, and individuals who donated auction items. The Arc of Lincoln thanks all Harvest Moon supporters.
Thank you so much for your interest in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through a donation to the Arc of Lincoln!
You can donate via Paypal or Venmo QR codes below. As well as cash, credit card or check.
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The Advocacy Partnership for People with Special Needs was created to increase the capacity to advocate for people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Arc of Lincoln is a non-profit advocacy organization that serves people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
APPSN MISSION
We empower and serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We advocate for their rights and community inclusion.
VISION STATEMENT
We will live in a society where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are included and respected as valued members of the community.
TRANSITION CONFERENCE
The Arc of Lincoln provides a town hall, resource fair and presentations important for families as young adults prepare to transition to adulthood.
FAMILY CONNECTIONS
Opportunity for families to learn about important topics and share information with other families.
ADVOCACY PARTNERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mary Phillips
Mary Ells
Deb Safarik
Jennifer Stuhmer
Jennifer Meints