The Arc Gateway

06/25/2026

Our 2026 Annual Meeting was such a meaningful night of reflection on the work, the people, and the partnerships that continue to move The Arc Gateway forward!!

We had the privilege of recognizing our Annual Award recipients, honoring individuals and organizations who have made a real impact on our mission and the people we serve. We also recognized our Agency Board and Foundation Board for their leadership, support, and commitment throughout the year!

Congrats to our award winners!!
President's Award: Joseph McNair
Foundation Award: Buck Mitchell
Lucy Petree Oustanding Service Award: Patty Webster
Employer of the Year Award: RESPECT of Florida
Educator of the Year Award: Anne-Marie Collins
W.D. Pollak Friendship Award: Krewe Of Priscus
Pearl Nelson Advocate Award: MaryAnn Bickerstaff
Employee of the Year Award: Tomeko Harper
Belle Bear Visionary Activist Award: Kendra Booth
"I Believe" Self-Advocate Award: Lucky Canington

Between Sonny's BBQ for dinner, powerful stories, a few tears, and plenty of laughter, the evening was a reminder of what makes this community so special. Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared, served, supported, and helped make the night such a memorable one!! Big thank you to Echo Life Church for hosting us and to Barrett McClean Photography for capturing these special moments with amazing photos!!

06/24/2026

Check out our Help Me Grow Escambia program today!!

They work to support children and families across our community. Through developmental screenings, helpful information, and connections to local resources, the program helps parents and caregivers better understand their child’s development and find support when they need it.

Whether you have a specific concern or just want to make sure your child is on track, Help Me Grow Escambia is here to help connect you with the right next step!

When children play, they're doing more than keeping busy.

🧠 They're experimenting.
🧠 They're solving problems.
🧠 They're learning what works - and what doesn't.

Whether it's figuring out how to stack blocks higher or deciding where a puzzle piece belongs, play helps build the thinking skills children will use throughout life.

Sometimes the best learning happens when we step back and let children explore.

Have questions about your child's development? Help Me Grow Escambia can connect you to information, developmental screenings, and local resources. Visit helpmegrowescambia.org to learn more.

06/23/2026

Tonight's the night!! Come join us for our Annual Meeting to celebrate another amazing year at The Arc Gateway!! We will be honoring individuals and organizations in the community that went above and beyond for our mission this year!!!

When: Tuesday, June 23rd @ 5:30pm
Where: Echo Life Church
Who: Anyone is welcome to join us! There will be a $10 Suggested Donation at the door.

Thank you to Sonny's BBQ for generously providing dinner!!

See you soon!!

06/22/2026

Tomorrow night!!! Join us for our Annual Meeting to celebrate another amazing year at The Arc Gateway!! We will be honoring individuals and organizations in the community that went above and beyond for our mission this year!!!

When: Tuesday, June 23rd @ 5:30pm
Where: Echo Life Church
Who: Anyone is welcome to join us! There will be a $10 Suggested Donation at the door.

Thank you to Sonny's BBQ for generously providing dinner!!

We can't wait!!

06/19/2026

Still need a Father's Day gift? How about giving him the chance to win the Ultimate VIP Weekend at the 2026 Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show with the Blue Angels Beach Bash Raffle, Presented by Rhino Roofing NWFL!!!

Skip the parking and the packed shoreline and watch the Blue Angels from your own private Gulf-front balcony at the Hilton Pensacola Beach. This grand prize gives you a front-row experience for one of Pensacola’s biggest summer traditions.

What you could win:
– A 3-night / 4-day stay for two in a Deluxe Gulf View Room with a private balcony at the Hilton Pensacola Beach
(Check-in: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Check-out: Sunday, July 19, 2026)
– An exclusive Meet & Greet Dinner with the Blue Angels pilots for you and a guest

Ticket Options (more tickets = more chances):
1 Ticket – $10
6 Tickets – $50 (1 bonus ticket)
12 Tickets – $100 (2 bonus tickets – most popular)
30 Tickets – $250 (5 bonus tickets)
60 Tickets – $500 (10 bonus tickets – best value)

Important Dates:
Tuesday, July 7 at 5:00 PM CST – Ticket sales close
Saturday, July 11 (time TBD) – Live Facebook drawing from Hilton Pensacola Beach

All proceeds support The Arc Gateway and help fuel programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across our community.

Thank you to Rhino Roofing, The Zimmern Team, Hilton Pensacola Beach, and all of our supporters!!!

Buy tickets and learn more at blueangelsbeachbash.com!

📸 Pensacola Vibes

06/18/2026

Our South Santa Rosa clients are learning about and creating impressionist artwork this week in Art Therapy!!!

Thank you once more to Anne-Marie, of Madewell Art Studio, LLC, for facilitating these Art Therapy sessions and bringing such a fun, creative experience to our clients. They always love having guests join them, especially when it means trying something new!!!

06/17/2026

Our Adult Enrichment program recently visited the Planetarium for a fun and memorable outing! They got to learn about the constellations, take in an awesome planetarium experience, and even rock out to some Pink Floyd!

Thank you to Pensacola State College for having us and for providing this unique experience for our group. We’re always grateful for opportunities like this that allow our participants to get out in the community, explore new things, and make great memories!!

06/16/2026

Join us for our Annual Meeting next week to celebrate another amazing year at The Arc Gateway!! We will be honoring individuals and organizations in the community that went above and beyond for our mission this year!!!

When: Tuesday, June 23rd @ 5:30pm
Where: Echo Life Church
Who: Anyone is welcome to join us! There will be a $10 Suggested Donation at the door.

Dinner is being generously provided by Sonny's BBQ!

We can't wait!!

06/15/2026

Thank you Torgersen Consulting Insurance & Benefits for participating!! Thank you as well for all that you do for The Arc Gateway family. Your partnership and support mean so much to us, and we’re extremely grateful!!

06/12/2026

Blue Angels Beach Bash Raffle, Presented by Rhino Roofing NWFL

What’s Included:
– A 3-night / 4-day stay in a Deluxe Gulf View Room for two, featuring a private balcony, at the Hilton Pensacola Beach (Check-in: Thursday, July 16, 2026 - Check-out: Sunday, July 19, 2026)
– An exclusive Meet & Greet Dinner with the Blue Angels pilots for you and a guest

Ticket Options (More Tickets = More Chances to Win!)
1 Ticket – $10
6 Tickets – $50 (includes 1 bonus ticket)
12 Tickets – $100 (includes 2 bonus tickets – MOST POPULAR)
30 Tickets – $250 (includes 5 bonus tickets)
60 Tickets – $500 (includes 10 bonus tickets – BEST VALUE)

Important Dates:
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM (CST) – Raffle ticket sales close
Saturday, July 11, 2026 (Time TBD) – Live Facebook drawing from Hilton Pensacola Beach

All proceeds benefit The Arc Gateway and support our mission to provide meaningful programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.

Buy tickets and get more information at blueangelsbeachbash.com

📸 Pensacola Vibes