#AmplifyGood to Turn Up the Volume for People with Disabilities
KEARNEY, Neb. — 11.5.26— The Arc of Buffalo County is taking part in the Kearney Area Community Foundation’s annual Give Where You Live campaign. The theme for 2026 is #AmplifyGood. The Arc has set a goal of raising $10,000 by November 3. Funds will help children and adults with developmental disabilities secure the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they live, learn, work, and play.
The campaign’s theme fits The Arc’s mission. For years, the organization has worked to make sure the voices of people with developmental disabilities are heard, in their own lives and in the wider community. #AmplifyGood gives The Arc a chance to turn up the volume on that work.
Where the money goes
Dollars raised through #AmplifyGood will support five priorities:
- Arc University: a new series of life-skills classes for members, covering topics such as budgeting, cooking, transportation, online safety, and self-advocacy.
- Caregiver respite nights: evenings that give parents and caregivers time to rest and recharge while their loved ones enjoy a safe, social activity.
- Health and wellness: opportunities for members to stay active and connect with local wellness resources.
- Rural outreach: bringing programs to four rural Buffalo County communities, [TOWN 1], [TOWN 2], [TOWN 3], and [TOWN 4], and leaving lasting resources behind.
- Self-advocacy and leadership fund: support for members to attend trainings and conferences and grow as leaders and advocates.
Building on a year of growth
The campaign follows a busy year for The Arc. In July, the organization hosted its third annual community Pride Day, “The World Works Better With Us,” at the Holiday Inn in Kearney. The event drew more than 30 vendors and featured a community listening session on local, state, and federal disability issues, voter registration, and a business inclusion pledge.
This fall, The Arc also hired a part-time program coordinator, [COORDINATOR NAME], to expand programming and free its 11-member volunteer board to focus on growing support for members and families.
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How to give
Community members can donate at [LINK] through [END DATE]. Gifts of any size count toward the goal. Supporters can also follow The Arc of Buffalo County on Facebook throughout the campaign for member stories, program updates, and progress toward the goal, and share posts using #AmplifyGood.
Businesses interested in sponsorship or the inclusion pledge, and anyone interested in volunteering, can contact The Arc at [EMAIL] or [PHONE].