The Arc Minnesota
Non-profit OrganizationsMinnesota, United States51-200 Employees
The Arc Minnesota is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota, dedicated to advancing the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and supporting their families toward full inclusion in their communities. Its roots trace back to 1946, when conversations among parents of children with developmental disabilities spurred a shift away from institutional care toward community-based supports. Through a grassroots advocacy approach, the organization works to help individuals determine where and how they live, learn, work, and play across Minnesota. It serves approximately 4,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members in the seven-county metro area each year, delivering information and assistance, individual advocacy, networking and Family Access groups, Sibling programs, ArcShops, and public policy advocacy. The Arc Minnesota has a history of contributing to system change in disability services, focusing on expanding access to opportunities and supports that foster inclusion. In March 2026, the organization announced the appointment of Rachel Wobschall as Chief Development Officer, reflecting ongoing leadership changes.