Support Washtenaw ACA
Membership Opportunities
Your membership directly powers ACA’s work — from navigating vital support systems to protecting rights and expanding opportunities for people with I/DD. Join us and help create a stronger, more inclusive future for our community.
TO RENEW AN EXISTING MEMBERSHIP:
Log in or register as a new user in the Members Area, using an email you provided to ACA with to purchase a membership in the past.
REGULAR MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Our individual, family, and group memberships are some of the primary ways you can engage with ACA and support our mission.
Individual Membership
Support ACA’s mission and stay connected to advocacy efforts through exclusive updates, educational experiences, and community events with an individual membership plan.
Family Membership
A shared membership for families who want to stay informed, learn together, and support ACA’s mission of empowering people with I/DD.
Group Membership
A mission-aligned partnership for groups and teams committed to furthering inclusion and disability advocacy in Washtenaw County.
SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
These low-cost memberships are for key groups especially close to those we service who may want to stay informed, build community, and support disability rights in Washtenaw County.
Self-Advocate Membership
A membership for individuals living with I/DD who want to strengthen their voice, stay informed, and play an active role in shaping disability advocacy locally.
Student Membership
A discounted membership for students who want to learn, grow, and contribute to a more inclusive future while supporting ACA’s mission.
Direct Care Staff Membership
A value-offered membership crafted for direct care professionals who want to stay connected, continue learning, and further support the lives of the people they serve.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP SUPPORTS
- Building an inclusive community for all our neighbors.
- Navigation clients through complicated support systems.
- An education series.
- Legislative alerts and actions.
MEMBER BENEFITS
- The latest updates on changes in disability rights
- Member social events & education forums
- Members-only closed discussions
DONATE NOW
No strings, just fiscal support! Your donation is greatly appreciated, and tax-deductible too!
All proceeds directly support the Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy’s inclusive mission.
Monthly or One Time Donation
Make a donation today to strengthen our mission of advocacy and inclusion for individuals with I/DD across Washtenaw County. Every gift directly fuels our advocacy work, community building, education, and support.
Suggested donation: $25.00
Description
Your donation helps amplify the voices of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Washtenaw County.
Every contribution—whether large or small—directly supports our advocacy work, family resources, community education, and programs that promote inclusion and independence.
Your gift makes an immediate impact by:
Helping families access guidance, support, and community connections
Strengthening local advocacy efforts on behalf of those with I/DD
Supporting educational workshops and inclusive opportunities
Expanding our ability to assist individuals and families when they need it most
Membership Matters, Too
If you’re not already a member, we encourage you to become one today. Membership is the foundation of a strong advocacy community—your voice adds to our collective ability to shape policy, expand resources, and champion opportunities for all.
Membership + Giving = The strongest way to support our mission.
Your membership brings you into our community; your donation fuels the work we do together.
Volunteer with the ACA
Not all support need be monetary. Connect with our staff for a chance to give some time or effort in service to our mission.
We believe it will take a diverse set of skills and perspectives to accomplish our goals. Do you have a unique talent you’d like to contribute in some way?
Opportunities to help include event work, creative and administrative work, fundraising, and we are interested in growing our Board of Directors further at this time too.
Event Work
Creative Work
Administrative Tasks
Fundraising & Development
Board of Directors Openings
Become a Business Sponsor
A win-win opportunity.
Promote your business or organization as a supporter of our mission to our 100+ members (2022), website visitors, and at events.
Contact us for more package information.
Shop to Support ACA!
Support ACA cost-free while purchasing the things that you already would! Sign up for our Amazon Smile and Kroger Community Rewards programs today.
ACA Fundraising Apparel Store
Wear ACA’s branding or message loudly through your community! Casual, office wear, and accessory items are available.
Most importantly, a portion of every purchase is donated directly back to ACA!
Kroger Community Rewards
A percentage of your local grocerty purchase, back to ACA!
To get started, go to krogercommunityrewards.com and register your Kroger Plus Card using ACA’s Nonprofit Organization Number (NPO): 40149
Our Services
General Advocacy
Assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain supports and accommodations they need to live and to participate in their communities.
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Education Advocacy
Assisting parents to secure Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for their children.
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Youth in Transition
Assisting youth to transition from school and foster care into community life.
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Benefits Advocacy
- Social Security Disability
- Supplemental Security Income
- Medicaid
- Planning for Return to Work
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Equal Justice in the Courts
Assisting individuals to get support to obtain equal justice in the civil and criminal court systems.
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Trusts Management
Managing special needs trusts for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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