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Senator Kannan Srinivasan receives 2025 SPARC Hero Award

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November 24, 2025 Awards

Virginia State Senator Kannan Srinivasan Receives 2025 SPARC Hero Award

Indian American Virginia State Senator Kannan Srinivasan received the 2025 Hero Award from SPARC in recognition of his outstanding advocacy on behalf of adults with severe disabilities. Senator Srinivasan, who represents Virginia's 32nd Senate District, made history as the first Indian American immigrant elected to the Virginia House of Delegates.

SPARC operates six day-program centers across Northern Virginia, serving adults with severe and multiple disabilities through leisure-learning formats that build life skills and reduce social isolation.

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2025 Grants

SPARC Named 2025 Grant Recipient

SPARC is grateful to be a 2025 grant recipient from the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supporting our mission to provide community-integrated day programs for adults with severe and multiple disabilities.

March 2024 Board

Former Supervisor John Foust Joins SPARC Board of Directors

John Foust, who served as the Dranesville District Supervisor until his retirement, has joined the SPARC Board of Directors. As Supervisor, he advocated for policies supporting public education, affordable housing, and essential services for the community's most vulnerable members.

January 2024 Media

SPARC Featured on Channel 4 News

SPARC received exceptional news coverage on Channel 4, highlighting the support received from the State of Virginia and Fairfax County. The coverage showcased SPARC's mission and impact on adults with severe and multiple disabilities in Northern Virginia.

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January 2024 Impact

SPARC Transforms Lives

State funding has allowed SPARC to hire two full-time employees, a Program Director and a Site Lead, bringing stability and reducing staff turnover. Senator Howell's vision to replicate SPARC throughout Virginia speaks to the potential impact and growth of the organization.

SPARC receives critical state and county funding

January 2024 Funding

Some Critical Funding Begins Flowing

In a landmark decision, Virginia and Fairfax County acknowledged the critical needs of adults with severe disabilities with vital funding for SPARC. Senator Janet Howell secured an ongoing annual state grant of $250,000, complemented by Fairfax County's additional $125,000 for assistive technology.

September 2022 Leadership

SPARC Announces New Board Chair

Northern Virginia community leader Ellen Dyke was appointed as the new Board Chair and President of SPARC, bringing her extensive leadership experience to guide the organization's continued growth and mission.

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