The Arc of North Central Virginia Launches the COSA Passport

The Arc of North Central Virginia is proud to announce the launch of the COSA Passport, an engaging new initiative designed to inspire members of the Community of Self-Advocates (COSA) to engage their local surroundings, try new experiences, and celebrate milestones in a supportive, confidence-building environment.

COSA members present their passport booklet at participating Stamp Spots, which include local businesses and community locations that have joined the program. Members will receive a unique stamp at each location. Participating sites are identified by the Stamp Spot window sticker. Much like a real passport, it includes space for a stamp, date, and a personal note about the experience. As participants visit more locations and reflect on their journeys, the passport becomes a tangible record of their adventures and growth. Once filled, each passport earns its owner a special prize, celebrating their accomplishments along the way.

The Stamp Spots are active now. The COSA Passport features an ever-growing list of community hosts across Culpeper, Warrenton, Locust Grove, and surrounding areas, including:

• Culpeper Parks & Recreation/Culpeper Fieldhouse – Culpeper, VA

• Dabble Reuse Center – Manassas, VA

• Pepperberries – Culpeper, VA

• Windmill Heights Garden Center – Culpeper, VA

• Veronicraft – Warrenton, VA

• Oma's Creative Corner – Culpeper, VA

• Rita’s Italian Ice Locust Grove – Locust Grove, VA

• Red Truck Bakery – Warrenton & Marshall, VA

• Warrenton Parks & Recreation – Warrenton, VA

• Culpeper Visitor’s Center – Culpeper, VA

• Drum & Strum Music Center – Warrenton, VA

• Green Roost – Culpeper, VA

• Kona Ice – Touring multiple local areas including Warrenton, Midland, Catlett, and more

• Culpeper County Skating Rink – Culpeper, VA

• Erin’s Elderberries – Warrenton, VA

• Jewell Tone Music & Art – Culpeper, VA

• Great Harvest Bread – Warrenton, VA

• Wollam Gardens – Jeffersonton, VA

Whether as a Stamp Spot, reflective COSA participant, or supportive volunteer, the community members can help make this program a vibrant success.

To get involved or learn more by contacting The Arc of North Central Virginia at info@arcofncv.org or calling 571-399-5390. 

The Arc of NCV is a local chapter of the nation’s oldest and largest organization of and for people with IDD and their families. Through education, community engagement and support, The Arc of NCV empowers people with IDD to lead full, meaningful, and active lives in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties.