Who We Are
Our Roots
On February 9, 1938, the Kitsap Children's Benevolent League was established in Bremerton by Senator Lulu Haddon, and a small group of parents, and concerned individuals. The Kitsap Children's Benevolent League was the second chapter to be formed in Washington State. The League defined itself as a society dedicated to the welfare and happiness of children and adults residing in state institutions.
Since 1938, The Arc of the Peninsulas, has provided services locally to tens of thousands of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families throughout the Olympic Peninsula region. In the process, we have tirelessly promoted the acceptance and inclusion of people of all abilities, advocated for the most current research-based improvements, and opened new doors in helping people achieve a lifetime of success.
Throughout our proud history, The Arc of the Peninsulas has been a leader in securing services and advocacy for the rights of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. As the local chapter of The Arc of the United States, we are proud to be affiliated with The Arc of Washington State.
Our Leadership Team
Chris Tibbs
Executive Director
Our Board of Directors

Alice Tawresey
Board Chair
former Bainbridge Island Mayor

The Honorable Jeffrey P. Bassett
Board Vice Chair
Kitsap County Superior Court Judge

Bill Mahan
Secretary-Treasurer
Chair, Paratransit Services, former Kitsap County Commissioner

Tracy Bushnell
Board Member
Principal, Servitium Group

Richard Richardson
Board Member
Self-Advocate

DeMorris White
Board Member
Self-Advocate
Contact Us.
3243 N. Perry Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98310
(360) 377-3473

Chad Enright
Board Member
Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney
Dr. William M. Bauer, MD
Board Member
Internal Medicine Specialist