The Arc of Howard County at 65: Advocacy, Services, and Community in Action

In this episode, Grayson Harris sits down with Katie Collins-Ihrke, Executive Director of The Arc of Howard County , to discuss the organization’s 65-year legacy of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the realities of operating in a challenging funding environment, and the importance of mission alignment in nonprofit leadership. Katie shares how The Arc balances advocacy and direct services, navigates state and federal budget pressures, and builds long-term sustainability while staying rooted in dignity and community inclusion. About The Arc of Howard County Part of the broader national network of The Arc , The Arc of Howard County provides: Advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities Community-based housing and residential support Employment assistance and job coaching Skill-building and community integration services The organization supports individuals across approximately 30 properties throughout Howard County, helping people live, work, and participate fully in their communities.

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The Arc of Howard County at 65: Advocacy, Services, and Community in Action is an episode from The Charity Charge Show by Charity Charge.

This episode is 13:16 long.

This episode was published on Mar 4, 2026.

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