SpArc Philadelphia

SpArc Philadelphia is the non-profit parent organization of The Arc of Philadelphia & SpArc Services

As part of the SpArc family of organizations, The Arc of Philadelphia and SpArc Services are committed to ensuring that people are provided with supports and services of the highest quality. Founded in 1948 by parents who sought better services for their children, The Arc of Philadelphia is one of the first Arc chapters in the United States. The parents who created The Arc labored tirelessly for t

he equal rights and human dignity of people with disabilities at a time when institutionalization was the norm. In subsequent years, The Arc, through its staff and Membership, has become a powerful voice in shaping the service landscape for people with disabilities. As an early pioneer, we campaigned for the right of education for children regardless of ability and promoted integrated services for children and adults with disabilities. At every step in the struggle for equal rights, The Arc has been a vibrant catalyst for change at the local, state and national level. Our relationship building with our state and national legislators is noteworthy. We are often called upon by legislators seeking advice for their constituents regarding systemic issues related to people with disabilities. In 1990, The Arc formed a service provision arm, PDDC- now called SpArc Services, to focus on a mission of vocational training and independent, competitive employment. One of the primary goals of SpArc Services is to expose program participants, people with a wide range of intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities, to the community. We do this in a number of ways: through business partnerships we have contracted work sites where participants earn a paycheck by providing a service, by being involved in our cultural arts program including attendance at cultural events such as concerts and plays, by taking part in volunteer activities in the community, and through community supports including placing and supporting people in competitive employment. Our intention is to support people through advocacy, education, cultural experiences, and employment to live their lives with maximum satisfaction and the highest level of independence. We have served the community for over 60 years and are continually searching for new ways to improve and enhance our services.

06/19/2026

SpArc Services is participating in Philadelphia’s Largest Community Resource & Opportunity Expo, tomorrow, June 20th. This Expo Connects Health Resources, Nonprofits, Careers, Education, Wellness, and Community Support Under One Roof. Stop by and see us if you are attending! See the link below for more information.

https://cn-p.org/

06/18/2026

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06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Cool things are happening today at thanks to our friends at stay tuned for photos from today's fun!

06/18/2026

Rain isn't going to stop this day! Check out the progress on the basketball courts and the atrium native garden! Art projects, food and fun!!

06/09/2026

Happy from the SpArc Philadelphia family of organizations!

05/21/2026

We're Hiring!

We are looking for an Associate Director for our Home and Community Supports program. This position provides high-level operational leadership to ensure the delivery of quality, person-centered services. This role focuses on the internal mechanics of the program: supervising direct support professionals (DSPs), ensuring compliance, and translating the Director’s growth outcomes into daily workflows. If you are interested in more info or to apply for this position, click the link below and tell your friends SpArc Philly is !

https://sparcphilly.org/careers/associate-director-home-and-community-supports.html

05/04/2026

Join us at the SpArc Studio (412) this Friday, May 8, 2026, for The Bok's Spring Open Studios

All 9 floors of the building are open for visitors to explore the hallways and meet the community! This free, family-friendly event welcomes you into the building’s inspiring spaces, home to fine artists, glass blowers, ceramicists, bakers, jewelers, guitar makers, designers, photographers, and more. Click the link below for more info. We look forward to seeing you there!

5:00-9:00PM
The Bok Building, 821 Dudley St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

https://bit.ly/4w9ww5W

04/24/2026

04/23/2026

Hey Philadelphia Families, it’s that time of the year again!

Discover resources and programs to support Philadelphia’s youth and families at the 3rd Annual Parent and Youth Resource Fair! This free event will feature raffle giveaways, a DJ, light refreshments, and overviews of summer camps, late afternoon/evening activities, emotional support services, mentoring, and more. Click the link below for info.

https://bit.ly/4u5IlZc

Stop by and see us at the SpArc Services table, we hope to see you there!

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Location

Philadelphia

Website

http://sparcphilly.org/

Address

2350 W Westmoreland Street
Philadelphia, PA
19140

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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