Runners sought to join The Arc’s team
WEYMOUTH, MA, ISSUED APRIL 27, 2026…The Arc of the South Shore, a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities, are asking local runners who want to be part of a world-renowned event to join The Arc’s team in the ASICS Falmouth Road Race on Sunday, August 16th.
The Arc of the South Shore has been awarded nine exclusive race bibs as part of the Numbers for Nonprofits program, which assists charitable organizations in raising much needed funds, brings people together, and provides deeper meaning to running the road race.
The Arc is currently seeking dedicated runners to join its team and take part in the iconic seven-mile seaside course through Cape Cod. The August 16th event begins at 8 a.m. from the Woods Hole Community Center. The fundraising minimum for each runner is $2,000; The Arc is happy to help runners find ways to meet this goal.
Those interested in securing a bib or learning more are asked to contact hklingseisen@arcsouthshore.org or visit www.arcsouthshore.org for additional details.
The ASICS Falmouth Road Race was established in 1973 and is considered one of the premier running events of the summer season, drawing an international field of Olympians, elite and recreational runners. The nonprofit Falmouth Road Race, Inc. is committed to supporting and promoting local organizations with specific focus on youth athletics and programming that promotes health and wellness.
“The road race serves not only as a friendly competition, but perhaps more importantly as a celebration of community and the power of people coming together for a cause,” said Elizabeth Sandblom, CEO of The Arc of the South Shore. “We hope you will consider joining us for this incredible experience and help make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.”
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.
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. Through their 75-year history, they have helped more than 100,000 people.