Funding will Support its Apparel Silk-Screen and Embroidery Enterprise, Stitched INK
From The Arc Allegany-Steuben.
BATH, NY – The Arc Allegany-Steuben, a non-profit that provides services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Allegany and Steuben counties, is excited to announce it has received a grant of $50,000 from the Golisano Foundation to support its apparel silk-screen and embroidery enterprise, Stitched INK. The Golisano Foundation is one of the nation’s largest foundations dedicated to supporting programs for people with intellectual disabilities.
“We are grateful for the Golisano Foundation support of our social enterprise, Stitched INK,” says Christopher Koehler, Director of Business Operations for the Arc Allegany-Steuben. “Their generous grant funding will allow us to upgrade our embroidery equipment to state-of-the-art. This will not only enhance the quality and efficiency of our operation, but most importantly will create numerous job opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The Golisano Foundation support aligns seamlessly with our mission to promote inclusivity and create a workplace where everyone is valued and celebrated for their unique talents.”
“The Golisano Foundation is proud to award Stitched INK a grant to support its social enterprise. This investment will allow Stitched INK to expand production, replace dated equipment, and hiring additional employees with I/DD,” says Erica Dayton, Golisano Foundation Executive Director. “The Foundation sends its wishes for much success with the equipment upgrades and continued growth of Stitched INK.”
Located in Bath, New York, Stitched INK is committed to providing high-quality, customized apparel solutions to a diverse clientele, including individuals, businesses, government, and community organizations – while providing career employment opportunities to people who would otherwise face barriers to traditional employment.
Stitched INK was initially launched in 1990 as Printers Plus, a program offering vocational and employment opportunities in screen-printing for people with I/DD. Its proud legacy stretches over three decades and has touched the lives of countless people with I/DD for the past 33 years. The enterprise’s passion for creativity, unwavering commitment to quality, and dedication to customer service has set them apart as a premier destination for apparel silk-screen and embroidery services.
No matter your branded apparel challenge, Stitched INK will work with you to find a solution that exceeds your expectations; offering anything you can imagine when it comes to apparel – tee shirts, polos, hoodies, pull-overs, jerseys, hats – if you can wear it, Stitched INK can screen-print or embroider on it! Contact Stitched INK today at 607-776-4147 or customer.service@stitchedink.org.
The Arc Allegany-Steuben (AAS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that is the result of a 2020 merger between Allegany Arc and the Arc of Steuben that provides supports and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Allegany and Steuben counties. AAS’s mission is to support and respect people’s choices on their journey to independence; emphasizing choice and community engagement. The AAS has 20+ locations, employs 650+ associates, and serves over 650 people through a variety of programs from Vocational Education and Day Habilitation to Community Services and Residential opportunities.
The Golisano Foundation is one of the largest private foundations in the U.S. dedicated to making the world a better place for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Foundation is devoted to opening doors to opportunity, changing negative perceptions and stereotypes, and forging unprecedented partnerships to ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have pathways to personal dignity, independence, and the best possible expression of their abilities and talents throughout their lifetimes. Founded in 1985 by Tom Golisano—entrepreneur, philanthropist, civic leader, and founder of Paychex, Inc. —the Foundation “imagines the possibilities,” advocating for families, fighting for their dignity, and giving people with IDD the opportunity to thrive in their communities. With more than $60 million in gross assets, it awards about $3 million annually to non-profit organizations in Western New York and Southwest Florida.
