bArc Bites
Baking Opportunity, One Treat at a Time. bArc Bites is a delicious dog-biscuit initiative powered by the creativity and hard work of our friends—individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in Arc homes. Using spent grain generously donated by Azalea City Brewing Company, participants mix, shape, bake, and package these wholesome treats, gaining valuable job skills and taking pride in meaningful, paid work.
Why it Matters
Vocational Training with Purpose
Participants develop hands-on skills—measuring, mixing, baking, and packaging—all while building confidence, independence, and earning a paycheck.
Sustainability in Action
Thanks to Azalea City Brewing Company, spent grain finds new life as tasty dog treats instead of going to waste—a win for the environment and the community.
Local Business Partners Making a Difference
By carrying bArc Bites, local businesses directly empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering meaningful work, skill-building, and pride in a job well done. Every partnership creates more inclusive employment opportunities right here in our community.
Every bag of bArc Bites represents care, effort, and pride from our talented Arc friends. Beyond baking, this project fosters teamwork, community connection, and economic inclusion—bringing smiles to both bakers and tail-wagging customers alike. Now, you can support this mission by purchasing a bag of treats for just $5 or an exclusive bArc Bites t-shirt for $20—help us spread joy, one treat (or tee!) at a time!
Participants develop hands-on skills—measuring, mixing, baking, and packaging—all while building confidence, independence, and earning a paycheck.
Sustainability in Action
Thanks to Azalea City Brewing Company, spent grain finds new life as tasty dog treats instead of going to waste—a win for the environment and the community.
Local Business Partners Making a Difference
By carrying bArc Bites, local businesses directly empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering meaningful work, skill-building, and pride in a job well done. Every partnership creates more inclusive employment opportunities right here in our community.
Every bag of bArc Bites represents care, effort, and pride from our talented Arc friends. Beyond baking, this project fosters teamwork, community connection, and economic inclusion—bringing smiles to both bakers and tail-wagging customers alike. Now, you can support this mission by purchasing a bag of treats for just $5 or an exclusive bArc Bites t-shirt for $20—help us spread joy, one treat (or tee!) at a time!
🐾 Meet Babs, the beloved pup of The Arc’s CEO, Denis! Babs is the official face of bArc Bites and a proud supporter of inclusive employment.
Join our Pack of bArc Bites Retailers
Contact Patty Dame and learn how you can join this meaningful, local initiative.
Fetch bArc Bites from our Local Partners
We are proud to have bArc Bites stocked at these wonderful Putnam County businesses:
Azalea City Brewing Company
120 S. 7th Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Lemon Street Market & Mercantile
208 N. Lemon Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Putnam Feed and Farm Supply
141 Hwy 17 S., East Palatka, FL 32131
Shelton Veterinary Clinic – Interlachen
1135 FL-20, Interlachen, FL 32148
Azalea City Brewing Company
120 S. 7th Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Lemon Street Market & Mercantile
208 N. Lemon Street, Palatka, FL 32177
Putnam Feed and Farm Supply
141 Hwy 17 S., East Palatka, FL 32131
Shelton Veterinary Clinic – Interlachen
1135 FL-20, Interlachen, FL 32148
