Minnesotans with disabilities who are receiving home and community-based services or have an active Level 3 or 4 individual education plan and have financial barriers to their competitive employment, inclusive housing and community integration goals may apply for microgrants now.

Do you have a goal related to competitive employment, inclusive housing and community integration?  When you apply, tell us how $100 to $1,000 will help you reach your goals.

Maybe a job coach, training or uniform will help you reach your employment goals. Application fees, moving expenses or home furnishings might help you achieve your ideal housing situation.

Class registration fees, a membership or adaptive equipment might make community integration possible. Microgrant money may not be used for camps, conferences, vacations or out-of-state travel. Some out-of-state travel may be considered for residents living near state borders.

The application review and grant process may take up to 45 days, including a review by the Department of Human Services for requests over $500.

The fasted way to apply is on online.  Go directly to bit.ly/Apply4MMGP.

Respect T-shirts are now available to purchase

​A percentage from each shirt will help support Mower County Special Olympics athletes who participate in basketball, bowling, softball, tennis and volleyball.

Sizes available (cash only):

Adult: small ($10), medium ($10), large ($10), extra large ($10), double extra large ($13.), triple extra large ($14) and quadruple large ($15)

Youth:  extra small ($10), small ($10), medium ($10), large ($10) and exgtra large ($10)

Order deadline: Feb. 1, 2018. Shirts will ship one week from deadline.

To order:  Stop into The Arc office during business hours. Shirts will not be ordered until payment has been received.