ARC of the Treasure Coast Awarded $20,000 Grant from First Citizens Bank

May 21, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Terri Neil, tneil@arctreasurecoast.org, (772) 283-2525 EXT. 110


ARC of the Treasure Coast Awarded $20,000 Grant from First Citizens Bank


Stuart, FL - (May 18, 2026) The ARC of the Treasure Coast is honored to announce it has been selected as a recipient of a $20,000 Community Development grant from First Citizens Bank. The funding will support Alice’s Caring Cafe Workforce Development Program, which focuses on job training and career opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in the food service industry.

Alice’s Caring Cafe is a fully operational restaurant offering a menu of breakfast and deli fare while providing paid employment training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. While the ARC has long provided job training opportunities for this population, Alice’s Caring Cafe represents an expansion into food service training, equipping participants with practical, hands-on skills to prepare them for long term employment in the culinary and hospitality workforce.


“First Citizens Bank is committed to building long-term stability in the communities where we live and work,” said Mike Atkinson, Senior Director of Community Affairs at First Citizens. “We are thrilled to support ARC of the Treasure Coast and join its efforts to foster community participation, job skilling and independence. First Citizens’ legacy of strength and stability over the long term enables them to contribute to the social and economic well-being of the neighbors and communities it serves. Associates volunteer with local organizations supporting causes close to their hearts, including ARC of the Treasure Coast.” 


For more information about the ARC of the Treasure Coast and its programs, please contact (772) 283 2525 or visit www.arctreasurecoast.org. For more information about First Citizens Bank, visit firstcitizens.com.


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About ARC of the Treasure Coast: ARC of the Treasure Coast (Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their fullest potential through residential, vocational, educational, and therapeutic services. ARC of the Treasure Coast—Inspiring Success Through a Lifetime of Achievements. 

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ARC of the Treasure Coast Awarded $25,000 Grant from Mariner Sands Charity Week

May 6, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Terri Neil, tneil@arctreasurecoast.org, (772) 283-2525 EXT. 110 ARC of the Treasure Coast Awarded $25,000 Grant from Mariner Sands Charity Week Stuart, FL — (April 30, 2026) - The ARC of the Treasure Coast is honored to announce it has been selected as a recipient of a $25,000 grant through the annual Mariner Sands Charity Week. The funding will support Technically Speaking, a transformative initiative designed to integrate technology across ARC’s core programs to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through enhanced communication, digital literacy, and vocational skill development. The Technically Speaking initiative leverages technology to promote independence, inclusion, and opportunity by equipping participants with essential skills for today’s digital world. The program focuses on safe and appropriate internet use, cyber safety education, and adaptive technology tools that foster learning, self‑expression, and workforce readiness. “The integration of technology into our programs strengthens our ability to provide meaningful, individualized support,” said Keith Muniz, President and CEO of ARC of the Treasure Coast. “These vital funds from Mariner Sands Charity Week will empower the individuals we serve with the resources they need to build confidence, improve communication, and develop skills essential for success in both work and daily life. This investment helps close the digital divide while preparing participants for greater independence and long‑term opportunity and we thank Mariner Sands for their continued support.” Mariner Sands Charity Week is renowned for supporting impactful nonprofit organizations that improve quality of life across the Treasure Coast. The Charity Week Grants committee works diligently to identify the leading nonprofits in Martin County to carry out the Charity Week mission. For more information about ARC of the Treasure Coast and its programs, please contact (772) 283‑2525 or visit www.arctreasurecoast.org. For more information on Mariner Sands Charity Week contact www.marinersandscharityweek.org. ### About ARC of the Treasure Coast: ARC of the Treasure Coast (Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their fullest potential through residential, vocational, educational, and therapeutic services. ARC of the Treasure Coast—Inspiring Success Through a Lifetime of Achievements.