The Arc of Dunn County, Inc. was organized as a member unit of The Arc-Wisconsin and The Arc-National in 1967.  The group was organized by a group of parents out of a need for programs for pre-school children.

The Arc began to look into how to start a program for adults with developmental disabilities.  The first Adult Advocacy Center began with the help of a grant.  The Arc is proud of having a big hand in building Indianhead Enterprises, Inc.  Today, Indianhead is its own non-profit organization and has its own board of directors.

In 1987, The Arc contacted United Way to become a United Way Agency.  As a result The Arc was able to open an office.  A lending library was started, members had a place to meet, parents and professionals had a place to come and talk, scholarships were given out, and a newsletter is sent out once per month.

The Arc Residential Program began in 1987.  The Arc believes each individual can live within the community with a support system.  Each individual expresses their preferences, values and interests.  Each person is encouraged to try new experiences and to live their to the fullest within their community.