Revitalize Fitchburg, Renovate the Arc

FITCHBURG, September 2010 – Arc Community Services thinks outside the box as they embark on an innovative fundraising strategy and unveil their “$1,000,000 Square-By-Square Campaign”.  Developers for the Arc have launched a unique interactive game of squares that will allow online users an effortless way to contribute towards the campaign in addition to monitoring its success.

 The campaign objective is to complete the first floor renovation of the Arc’s Main Street facility, which provides employment opportunities and day activities to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.  Fitchburg Mayor Lisa Wong declares, “I am so proud of the work the Arc is doing.  As an organization, they are providing a critical service to the region, creating jobs and restoring an historic downtown building.  That’s an enormous task and I urge the entire community to help make this happen.”

 The floor plan consists of over 6,667 square feet at a cost of $150 per square foot with a campaign goal of $1,000,000.  The Arc’s website offers each donor a selection of squares available with the option to make a dedication in honor of or in memory of loved ones, and easy online payment.  Once your transaction is complete, the donor can return to the squares and view their name and dedication information.  This is an innovative way of remembering loved ones who have passed and honoring birthdays, weddings, anniversaries as well as a fresh idea for holiday giving.  The public can easily participate in the excitement and donate online at www.arc-matson.org/squares. 

It is a Win-Win game. The people who receive services from the Arc benefit through the creation of a safe, modern working environment that is completely handicapped accessible.  It expands the organization’s capacity to deliver critical services.  Donors have an immediate opportunity to enhance the lives of the individuals and families receiving services while bringing the city of Fitchburg one step closer to revitalization.

About the Author: Jennifer Peck

Jennifer Peck has four years experience in the non-profit field.  She comes to us from The United Arc of Franklin and Hampshire Counties, Inc. in Greenfield MA, bringing her significant talents in Fundraising Development as well as public relations, social media marketing, and website design.