Denise Arnold Scholarship Fund Established

Former Agency for Persons with Disabilities Deputy Director of Programs Denise Arnold was a tireless, compassionate champion for the families APD served. Denise worked more than 31 years helping people with developmental disabilities live and participate in their communities. Her guiding philosophy was to include self-advocates, individuals, and families in the decision-making process. Denise passed away on June 30, 2018.

In Denise’s honor, a self-advocate scholarship has been set up at the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council. Denise served many years as the APD representative on the DD Council.

Denise worked hard every day to make sure self-advocates and their families felt empowered and engaged. Denise’s strong advocacy and compassion for all individuals will be reflected into the future with this scholarship.

For those wanting to contribute to the Denise Arnold Scholarship Fund, please send your tax-deductible donations to the address below. Please make your check out to the FDDC with a note in the memo line designating it to go toward the Denise Arnold Scholarship Fund.

Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC)
124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203
Tallahassee, Florida 32301-2981