The Arc of the South Shore Receives Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association

WEYMOUTH, MA, ISSUED SEPTEMBER 1, 2026…The Arc of the South Shore, a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities, now celebrating its 75th year, is the recent recipient of a $9,350 grant from the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association in support of its Community Based Day Services/Pathways to Possibilities program.

The grant will fund adaptive culinary equipment, creation of artwork, and sustainability projects that empower participants in The Arc’s Community Based Day Services/Pathways to Possibilities to thrive. The program enables individuals to enrich their lives and enjoy a full range of activities by providing opportunities for developing, enhancing, and maintaining competence in personal, social, and community activities.

“We are deeply grateful to the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association for this generous grant,” said Elizabeth Sandblom, CEO of The Arc of the South Shore. “It will allow us to further enhance our offerings and assist program participants in exploring activities based on their personal interests.”

Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association provides charitable support for Massachusetts organizations that either teach mechanical arts or use vocational training and workshops as a key part of their programs.

About The Arc of the South Shore, Inc.
The Arc of the South Shore (The Arc) was founded in 1951 when a group of individuals created a school for children with disabilities. Then, in 1967, The Arc was deeded property at Webb State Park in Weymouth; the space gave the agency a permanent home and the opportunity to expand. By the end of the 1980s, The Arc became a multi-service agency. Today, The Arc is a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities.

These services include an Autism Resource Center, early intervention program, community supports, employment services, day supports and habilitation programs, in-home care, and residential services. All of their programs are based on their six core values of people first, community, transparency, self-determination, diversity, and respect. The Arc serves participants from communities throughout the South Shore, including Abington, Milton, Quincy, Randolph, Braintree, Weymouth, Hingham, Hull, Cohasset, Scituate, and Norwell. Throughout their 75-year history, they have helped more than 100,000 people.