A MESSAGE FROM ANGELA KATZ, LARC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR As 2025 comes to a close, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of LARC and our mission to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling, independent, and connected lives. This year has been transformational.
A Remarkable Year of Growth, Empowerment, and New Opportunities
LARC Receives $5,000 Grant from Rotary Club of Fort Myers South
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), has received a $5,000 grant from the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South. The funding will be used to purchase a utility trailer for LARC’s Woodshop program, giving participants the ability to
Cypress Cove Expands Inclusive Employment Partnership with LARC
Cypress Cove continues to strengthen its commitment to inclusive employment by partnering with LARC (Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens) to create meaningful opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Currently, two of LARC’s individuals, Ethan and Frances, are proudly employed in the Cypress Cove dining hall. In addition, three
LARC Celebrates Inclusive Hiring at “Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida” Event
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) hosted its annual Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida event on Thursday, July 17, at The Collaboratory in downtown Fort Myers. The event honored local businesses that demonstrate a strong commitment to hiring individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and featured a panel of
LARC to Honor Inclusive Employers at “Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida” Event
The Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) is pleased to present the Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida event on Thursday, July 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at The Collaboratory (2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL 33901). This free event is open to the public, though advance registration is
LARC’s 7th Annual “Aiming for Ability” Clay Shooting Tournament Raises $47,000
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) announces the success of its 7th Annual Aiming for Ability Clay Shooting Tournament, held on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Sarasota Trap Skeet & Clays in Nokomis. This year’s event raised $47,000 in support of LARC’s mission to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental
LARC to Host Career Camps for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce its upcoming Career Camps for students aged 14-21. These camps will take place in June and July and are designed to help students
Thank You for Shaking Things Up with Us!
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) is celebrating a successful evening of community, competition, and generosity. The organization’s inaugural Shaken, Stirred & Served event, held Sunday, April 27 at Nevermind Awesome Bar & Eatery in Cape Coral, raised $13,600 to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Local leaders
Grampy’s Charities Tennis Tournament at Beachview Tennis Club to Benefit LARC
Grampy’s Charities, an organization that raises funds to support organizations transforming children’s lives, is presenting The Beachview Tennis Club Open Doubles Tournament to benefit the Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The event
LARC Hosts Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida
Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens (LARC) hosted “Exceptional Employers of Southwest Florida” on Tuesday, July 23, at The Collaboratory. The event highlighted the benefits of employing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), honored local employers that hire IDD, and celebrated exceptional employees with tenure in their jobs. LARC, a