The Arc of the Central Mountains

What The Arc of the Central Mountains does

The Arc of the Central Mountains is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocacy organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families across Eagle, Garfield, Lake, and Pitkin counties in rural western Colorado. Headquartered at 817 Colorado Avenue, Suite 304 in Glenwood Springs, the chapter operates with three staff members (Executive Director Jill Pidcock, Assistant Director of Operations and Outreach Maribel Obreque, and Advocate Zulma Astrid Guarin) and a board of at least nine directors, delivering advocacy, public policy engagement, education support, and community outreach services.

Its service portfolio combines locally delivered advocacy — direct assistance requests, IEP/504 support, and outreach events — with distribution of national Arc programs including The Arc@School (education advocacy), TalentScout (employment toolkit), the National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability (NCCJD), the Center for Future Planning, and The Arc@Work. The chapter's digital infrastructure consists of a WCAG 2.0 Level AA-compliant website (arccentralmountains.org) with online membership, donation, and request-for-assistance workflows, supplemented by social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) and email newsletter/legislative-alert communications.

The revenue model combines four streams: individual donations and recurring monthly gifts, annual membership dues (Self-Advocate $35, Individual $50, Family $125, plus Nonprofit Associate tier), revenue sharing from arcThrift Stores (notably the Grand Junction location), and program-specific grants such as Coca-Cola Foundation support for The Arc@School. Membership in the local chapter automatically confers membership in The Arc of Colorado and The Arc of the United States, embedding the chapter in a 600+ chapter national network. The organization is accredited by the BBB, holds GuideStar Platinum transparency status, and is rated by Charity Navigator.

Name

The Arc of the Central Mountains

Legal name

The Arc of the Central Mountains

Website

https://arccentralmountains.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Arc of the Central Mountains is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocacy chapter serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families across Eagle, Garfield, Lake, and Pitkin counties in rural western Colorado, delivering advocacy, public policy engagement, education support, and outreach services as a local affiliate of The Arc of the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Glenwood Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals, families, and organizations supporting disability advocacy and services. One-time and monthly recurring donation options available through online platform.
2. Membership Fees: Annual membership dues providing access to newsletters, advocacy alerts, discounts on national events, and insurance benefits through partner Mercer Consumer. Tiers include Self-Advocate ($35/year), Individual ($50/year), and Family ($125/year).
3. Thrift Store Revenue Sharing: Funding support from arcThrift Stores which has provided millions of dollars of mission-critical funding to chapters of The Arc in Colorado. The Arc of the Central Mountains serves the western slope where arcThrift operates a Grand Junction location.
4. Grants: Foundation grants supporting specific programs such as The Coca-Cola Foundation grant for education advocacy (The Arc@School initiative).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Arc of the Central Mountains is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocacy organization providing direct advocacy, public policy engagement, education support, and community outreach for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families across Eagle, Garfield, Lake, and Pitkin counties in rural Colorado. The organization delivers a portfolio of national programs (The Arc@School, TalentScout, Center for Future Planning, NCCJD, The Arc@Work) alongside local membership tiers, insurance benefits through Mercer Consumer and Liberty Mutual, and a website that meets WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility standards.

Product overview

The Arc of the Central Mountains is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization serving Eagle, Garfield, Lake, and Pitkin counties in Colorado, providing advocacy, public policy, education, and outreach services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. The organization offers a portfolio of national programs including The Arc@School (education advocacy), TalentScout (employment toolkit), the National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability (NCCJD), and the Center for Future Planning, all coordinated through local advocacy services, public policy engagement, education support, and community outreach programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Arc of the United States: The national parent organization of The Arc of the Central Mountains, serving as the largest community-based organization advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• The Arc of Colorado

Products and services

• The Arc@School National education advocacy program that helps chapters, parents, and advocates support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at school, with resources on IEPs, Section 504, transition planning, and early intervention services.
• TalentScout Employment toolkit that helps government agencies and federal contractors implement disability hiring initiatives and create inclusive workplace cultures, featuring insights from people with autism as job applicants and employees.
• National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability (NCCJD) National center dedicated to pursuing systemic reform at the intersection of criminal justice and disability, with focus on I/DD, offering technical assistance, training, and Pathways to Justice training curriculum.
• Center for Future Planning Resource center providing guidance for people with I/DD to lead independent lives, covering topics including housing, employment, decision-making, relationships, and long-term support planning.
• The Arc@Work Consultation service helping businesses start disability hiring initiatives and improve workplace inclusion through free consultations.
• Advocacy Services Solutions-based advocacy approach collaborating with individuals, families, and organizations across Eagle, Garfield, Lake, and Pitkin counties to address challenges faced by people with I/DD.
• Public Policy Advocacy Advocacy efforts at local, state, and national legislative levels to shape public policy issues impacting the disability community, including Medicaid, education, employment, housing, and civil rights.
• Education Support Support for parents and families at every stage of life, from public education through workforce transition, higher education, community-based living, and long-term support.
• Outreach Programs Community outreach including workshops, training sessions, educational resources, support groups, and accessibility initiatives to promote inclusion and empower individuals with disabilities.
• Membership Program Annual membership program with Self-Advocate ($35), Individual ($50), Family ($125), and Nonprofit Associate tiers providing newsletter access, advocacy alerts, discounts on national events, and access to insurance programs through Mercer Consumer and Liberty Mutual.

Quantifiable outcome

• 000+ Community & Non-Profit Partners served
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Arc of the United StatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational parent organization providing policy expertise, resources, advocacy framework, national events, training programs, and brand affiliation. The Arc of the Central Mountains is a local chapter affiliated with the national organization. Membership in local chapter includes automatic membership in both The Arc of Colorado and The Arc of the United States.
• The Arc of ColoradocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState chapter coordinating 14 local chapters throughout Colorado, ensuring chapters are well-informed about the latest legislation and trends within the I/DD community. Collaborates closely on advocacy efforts and provides resources including information and referral services, public policy support, and community education.
• arcThrift StorescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRelated nonprofit thrift store organization that has provided millions of dollars of mission-critical funding to chapters of The Arc in Colorado's front range communities. arcThrift Store in Grand Junction (2830 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81605) serves western Colorado. Original founding in 1963 as Metropolitan Association for R Citizens.
• CO-CANDO (Colorado Collaboration for Autism and other Neurological Disability Options)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard and committee involvement by Executive Director Jill Pidcock. Collaboration focused on increasing awareness and expanding services for individuals with disabilities in Colorado.
• Community Centered Board - Family Support and Services ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Community Centered Board providing Family Support and Services Program. Executive Director Jill Pidcock participates on advisory board. Coordination point for services to individuals with disabilities in the region.
• Compass for Lifelong LearningminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit overseeing Aspen Community School and Carbondale Community School. Board member Maribel Obreque served on board to help foster inclusive learning environments for students of all abilities.
• Charter School Institute Board of DirectorsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState board appointed by Governor Polis. Maribel Obreque appointed to board, highlighting commitment to equity in education. Partnership supports advocacy for inclusive education policies.
• Ascendigo Autism ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization based in Roaring Fork Valley providing experiential community-based learning opportunities for youth and adults across the autism spectrum. Board Director Katie Grange previously served on board.
• Challenge AspenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal organization committed to enriching lives of individuals with cognitive or physical challenges through meaningful experiences. Board Director Katie Grange previously served on board.
• State Council for Developmental DisabilitiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernor-appointed state council. Board Director Katie Grange served at governor's appointment, playing crucial role in advocating for causes affecting people with developmental disabilities.
• Mercer ConsumerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner offering exclusive coverage rates to members including Group Term Life Insurance, Health Insurance (major medical, Medicare supplement), hospital income, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Liberty MutualminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner providing group insurance program with special savings and benefits on auto, home and renters insurance for The Arc members.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Challenge Aspen: Roaring Fork Valley-based nonprofit enriching lives of individuals with cognitive and physical challenges through meaningful experiences; comparable as a regional disability services nonprofit with shared geography and overlapping board representation.
• Ascendigo Autism Services: Roaring Fork Valley-based organization providing experiential community-based learning for youth and adults across the autism spectrum; comparable as a regional I/DD services nonprofit with overlapping catchment and stakeholder board relationships.
• Parent to Parent of Colorado: Colorado-based family support organization connecting parents of children with disabilities or special needs to trained support parents; comparable as a smaller, family-focused disability support nonprofit serving overlapping parent/caregiver segments.

Direct peers

• Autism Society of Colorado: Colorado chapter of the Autism Society providing advocacy, education, and support for individuals with autism and their families; comparable as a disability-specific advocacy nonprofit serving overlapping audiences in Colorado.
• Special Olympics Colorado: State affiliate of Special Olympics providing athletic programs and services for individuals with intellectual disabilities across Colorado; an established partner of The Arc of the Central Mountains and directly comparable I/DD-focused nonprofit serving overlapping populations.
• The Arc of Colorado: State chapter coordinating the 14 local Arc chapters in Colorado, including The Arc of the Central Mountains. Directly comparable as a sibling chapter operating in the same state with shared mission, programs, and donor base.
• Easterseals Colorado: Colorado affiliate of the national Easterseals network providing comprehensive services and programs for individuals with disabilities, including Rocky Mountain Village; an explicit partner of The Arc of the Central Mountains and directly comparable disability services nonprofit.

Broad incumbents

• National Disability Rights Network: Federally funded nonprofit network of protection and advocacy organizations for people with disabilities across the US; comparable as a higher-tier disability advocacy organization operating in the same civil rights and policy domain.
• The Arc of the United States: National parent organization of The Arc of the Central Mountains; the largest US community-based advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing shared brand, policy framework, and national program portfolio across 600+ chapters.

Regional players

• Mountain Valley Developmental Services: Community Centered Board serving adults with developmental disabilities in the same Garfield County region; comparable as a regional I/DD case management and family support provider with overlapping service area and stakeholder network.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@arcofthecentralmountains1573
• Facebookfacebook.com/ArcCentralMountains
• Instagraminstagram.com/arccentralmountains
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/extreme-sports-camp

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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