To support guardianship and recreational opportunities for people with disabilities in New York City.
New York, NY – 02/27/2024– AHRC New York City a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in New York City, has been awarded $17,000 in grants from the Trustee Management Board of NYSARC Trust Services to support AHRC New York City’s guardianship and recreation programs.
NYSARC Trust Services administers supplemental needs trusts (SNT) and pooled trusts that can make dramatic improvements to the lives of people with disabilities by enabling individuals to maintain financial eligibility for Medicaid and other means-tested government benefit programs. For 2023, NYSARC Trust Services is proud to fulfill its commitment to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by awarding a total of $2,697,980 to The Arc New York Chapters statewide.
NYSARC Trust Services awarded AHRC New York City, $17,000 to support a variety of recreational opportunities and enrich the lives of more than 250 individuals. AHRC New York City used the grant funds to purchase much needed program supplies for the Saturday Bronx Teens and Young Adult program. We have used this funding to offer several experiences to the teens Sunday program, City Teens, including bowling and an opportunity to experience Cirque du Soleil. Additionally, we were able to get annual memberships of the New York City Bronx Zoo, which would save money for future trips. We also purchased 10 drama sessions for our Brooklyn Saturday Teens, a partnership with Epic Players (www.epicplayers.org).
Due to the pandemic and the loss of funding, AHRC New York City have paused our dances. The NYSARC grant has allowed us to host a valentine’s day dance attended by over one-hundred guests. Attendees were thrilled and had wonderful experiences, an event that was dear to each attendee.
About AHRC New York City
AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.
About NYSARC Trust Services
NYSARC Trust Services has administered supplemental needs trusts since 1972, helping thousands of people with disabilities protect their eligibility for government benefits and improve their quality of life. Our trust programs give people with disabilities the opportunity to maintain comfort and independence in the community while providing peace of mind to their family and loved ones.
NYSARC Trust Services provides administration of first- and third-party pooled supplemental needs trusts to help families plan for the future of a loved one with a disability, preserve income and assets for Medicaid planning purposes and long-term care needs, and protect unexpected windfalls of money.
For more information, please call 518-439-8323 or visit us online www.nysarctrustservices.org.
