Arc's Value Village Thrift Store & Donation Centers

Parents shouldn’t have to worry about how they’re going to afford a checkup, medication, or lifesaving treatment to care for themselves and their kids. With #Medicaid, our families and kids can stay healthy and financially secure. Tell Congress #DontMessWithMedicaid bit.ly/4gw6fG4

Parents shouldn’t have to worry about how they’re going to afford a checkup, medication, or lifesaving treatment to care for themselves and their kids. With #Medicaid, our families and kids can stay healthy and financially secure. Tell Congress #DontMessWithMedicaid bit.ly/4gw6fG4

We believe that everyone has a right to health care so that our families, friends, and neighbors can thrive. Federal cuts to #Medicaid would threaten health care for nearly 1.4 million Minnesotans. Tell Congress these cuts can’t happen: bit.ly/4gw6fG4

The Arc Minnesota is leading the charge for employment equality and disability rights by advocating for increased competitive integrated employment (CIE) across the state. Three new videos, made possible through The Arc Minnesota’s Peer to Peer Mentor program with funding by a grant from the Minnesota Transformation Initiative, showcase the stories of people with disabilities working in The Arc’s Value Village stores around the Twin Cities. The Peer to Peer Mentor program recruits peer mentors, hosts trainings and panel discussions, and makes videos to promote competitive integrated employment. Competitive integrated employment means that people with and without disabilities earn the same amount, at least minimum wage, and receive the same benefits for doing the same job. Peer mentors are people with disabilities, with jobs, who help other people with disabilities on their own job journey. This video series is one piece of a larger movement that shows people with disabilities can and do work the same jobs as people without disabilities. The value they bring is clear. Here’s the first video filmed at the Value Village in Bloomington! Watch here: https://bit.ly/4ijXmBh

?? Join us for a Gender Affirming Thrift Shopping Event! This after-hours soirée is from 7-9 pm at our New Hope Arc's Value Village thrift store on Thursday, March 20th. This is a safe and welcoming space for anyone exploring their self-expression. Our thrift styling experts will be on hand to help you choose and style clothing that makes you feel your best. We can't wait to see you there! Reach out to Sarah - [email protected] to RSVP or for any additional info.

Members of Congress are in their home districts this week, and they need to hear why Medicaid matters for people with disabilities. Here’s how you can help: ?? Attend a Town Hall – Find an event near you by checking your members of Congress’ websites and social media. At the town hall, share why Medicaid matters to you or someone you know and why cuts would be harmful. ?? Join one of our Capitol Connectors teams – build awareness about issues that impact Minnesotans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. More info here: bit.ly/3DDLon0 ?? Participate in our Medicaid Action Workshops – Get step-by-step guidance for writing a compelling letter that shares your story. More info here: bit.ly/4idVdqJ ?? Take Action Now – Send a message to Congress urging them to protect Medicaid: bit.ly/3FO8N5B ?? Share Your Story – Use this storytelling toolkit to help raise awareness: bit.ly/3FMm5j2 ?? Donate to The Arc Minnesota – to help us continue to fight for health care and disability care services: bit.ly/3mEOpIq Thank you for all your support! #ProtectMedicaid #DisabilityRights

Please join us for the 2025 Disability Advocacy Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, March 25! The Disability Advocacy Rally at the Capitol is a time for people with disabilities, their allies, and supporters, to come together and advocate for policy change. This year, we’re back at the Minnesota State Capitol to advocate and our theme this year is Disability Justice: Defining Our Future, Remembering the Past. Pre-Rally - 9:30 - 10:45 am, Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda The pre-rally includes check-in, poster making, learning more about the MNCCD Policy Agenda, and connecting with fellow Disability Justice advocates. Rally - 11:00 - 11:45 am, Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda Meetings with legislators - All day! ASL and CART will be provided. There will be chairs, a bariatric bench, and a designated space for people who use wheelchairs. There will be a sensory-friendly, space provided. Register: https://bit.ly/4kyUstM

Embrace Your Style Fashion Show | World Down Syndrome Awareness Embrace YOUR style and join us in celebration on Saturday, March 22nd at the Arc's Value Village Bloomington location for our style show at 11:00 pm! Enjoy shopping, socializing, and refreshments following the show. More information: https://bit.ly/3DwuKFB

You are invited to join Attorney General Keith Ellison for a series of community forums to discuss his work to protect the rights and freedoms of the people of Minnesota. At these forums, you will hear from Attorney General Ellison about what he’s doing to defend Minnesotans from federal attacks on citizenship, privacy, funding, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, abortion rights, and more — and what you can do to stand up for your community as well. You will also be able to share your story, pass along your concerns for the future, or just learn from others in your community. RSVP is required to attend, and locations/times are subject to change. Learn more, receive the most up-to-date information, and RSVP at: https://lnkd.in/g28WWpqE

?? This winter, we’re feeling the warmth from our incredible volunteers! Thank you for helping us support people with disabilities and their families. You make our mission possible. ?? Want to get involved? Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3n2xoYA #VolunteerSpotlight #MakeADifference