Step into a world where brilliance ignites and possibilities “SpArc” at SpArc Tank Ig-Nite! Last year’s event was an extraordinary evening dedicated to showcasing the latest in innovation and creativity – in technology, equipment, programs to build skills, trainings, and more. This dynamic event gathered trailblazers, thinkers, visionaries, and funders from diverse fields to dream together and collaborate on solutions to improve access to independent living, inclusion, and equity for people with disabilities.

Save the date for our next SpArc Tank Ig-Nite: November 20, 2025, at Ten Oaks Ballroom in Clarksville, MD!

Support Community Innovation as an Ig-Nite Sponsor

Seize the opportunity to strengthen and support innovative projects from non-profits that improve the lives of Marylanders with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Opportunities are now available to pair your Convention and SpArc Tank Ig-Nite Sponsorships to become a champion of The Arc Maryland during our 65th Anniversary! Make a positive impact on the community – your sponsorship goes directly back into it! Check out the full list of benefits below.

Review Our Sponsorship Opportunities

SpArc Tank has been a hallmark grant initiative from The Arc Maryland for six years, offering opportunities for organizations and individuals to pitch their ideas for the funding of innovative projects, new technology, resources, and more to enhance the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maryland.

SpArc Tank offers opportunities for organizations and individuals to pitch their ideas for funding of innovative projects, new technology, resources, and more to enhance the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maryland. Hear these pitches LIVE at our Ig-Nite event and vote for your favorites to receive funding! You do not want to miss this night of networking, connecting, cocktails, and fiery competition!

Learn More About SpArc Tank’s Impact on the Community

Meet Our 2024 SpArc Finalists

After an overwhelmingly strong response to our SpArc Tank RFP, four innovative projects were selected to move to the final round of live pitches on November 21, 2024! Our 2024 Finalists were: