Homecoming: Two Parties, One Purpose
Last week, over 270 Best Buddies supporters gathered for the annual Homecoming: Two Parties, One Purpose Gala to celebrate friendship and inclusion. Guests enjoyed tasty bites prepared by 11 local...
View ArticleBreaking Barriers: The Uncharted Journey of Bathey Fong with Best Buddies in...
Bathey Fong, a State Ambassador and Best Buddies Leadership Officer at Leeward Community College, has been an integral part of Best Buddies in Hawai’i (BBHI) since 2014. Her journey with BBHI began in...
View ArticleKendall Campbell Named Best Buddies in Oregon 2023 Champion of the Year
Our 3rd annual Champion of the Year gala was a tremendous success, and we are proud to announce Kendall Campbell as our 2023 Grand Champion! Kendall Campbell and Mission Partner, Katie Campbell raised...
View ArticleLillian Hill Named Best Buddies in Alabama 2023 Champion of the Year
Our 2nd annual Champion of the Year gala was a tremendous success, and we are proud to announce Lillian Hill as our 2023 Grand Champion! She and her Mission Partner, Dominique Portera, raised...
View ArticleCharlotte FC’s Mark Bodek Speaks at Champion of the Year Gala
“Best Buddies North Carolina hosted its 7th Annual Champion of the Year Gala at The Filmore last Friday, November 10. Mark Bodek, Charlotte FC Equipment Assistant and Best Buddies jobs participant,...
View ArticleNFL Legend Tom Brady Honored with ‘Spirt of Leadership’ Award at 25th Annual...
Miami, FL November 21, 2023 — It was an honor 20 years in the making. Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development and...
View ArticleBouquets and Friends: Kickoff Best Buddies Bash Held in Miami Ahead of 25th Gala
“Bouquet Box owner Courtney Sixx and actress Charlotte McKinney joined Best Buddies founder, chairman and CEO Anthony Shriver in hosting a kickoff event on Thursday ahead of Friday’s 25th annual Best...
View ArticleAmi Cain and Cameron Brian Named Best Buddies in Kentucky 2023 Champion of...
Our annual Champion of the Year gala was a tremendous success, and we are proud to announce Ami Cain as our 2023 Grand Champion! She and her Mission Partner, Cameron Brian, raised over $17,000 to...
View ArticleGrand Champion 2023!
Andrew Dixon Named Best Buddies in Georgia 2023 Champion of the Year Our 5th annual Champion of the Year gala was a tremendous success, and we are proud to announce Andrew Dixon as our 2023 Grand...
View ArticleBest Buddies in New York Runs for Inclusion in New York City Marathon
New York City, NY, November 21, 2023 — Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development and inclusive living for people...
View ArticleBest Buddies Honors Global Ambassador Tom Brady at the 25th Annual Best...
Event raises $5 million for Best Buddies International’s mission of inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Miami, Florida, Nov. 22, 2023 – Best Buddies...
View ArticleBest Buddies Friendship Walks in Illinois
.vc_custom_1615326473973{margin-bottom: -20px !important;} The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading event in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental...
View ArticleBest Buddies Awarded Spur Local Critical Nonprofit Seal
Best Buddies Virginia and DC has once again been awarded the Spur Local, formerly the Catalogue for Philanthropy, seal signifying that Best Buddies is a trusted and critical local nonprofit making an...
View ArticleBest Buddies Leadership: Becca’s Story
Hello everyone! My name is Becca Barnett. I am an Ambassador for Best Buddies in North Florida and I also have DeGeorge Syndrome. Doctors told my parents that I would never be able to interact with...
View ArticleTransition Considerations for Your Child’s Future Webinar
When: Tuesday, January 17, 2024 6:00 PM Location: Zoom Cost: Free Attend the Webinar How do I make sure my child can have the life I want for them? This workshop offers a holistic perspective on...
View ArticleBest Buddies to be Featured on A&E’s “Cake Dynasty”
Miami, FL, Dec. 1, 2023 — This Saturday, Dec. 2, Best Buddies Founder, Board Member and CEO Anthony K. Shriver will be featured alongside Best Buddies participants from the Best Buddies Challenge:...
View ArticleBest Buddies Offers Unique Living Opportunities
“Best Buddies living communities such as the Georgetown location are designed to support individuals with IDD while fostering life-changing relationships for all residents by hosting many...
View Article2023 Best Buddies Buddy Ball
Saturday, December 8th, 2023 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Moxie 626 N Freedom Blvd Provo, UT 84601 Cost: Free – This event is open to all Best Buddies Participants! RSVP Here Join us for a fun evening...
View ArticleMeet Peter, a Best Buddies Living and Ambassadors Participant
My name is Peter, and I am from Washington, DC. In late 2022, I moved to Best Buddies Living, Georgetown. Before Best Buddies Living, I was in New York at a year-round camp, working in a community...
View ArticleBest Buddies Living Miami Open House
Thursday, December 14th 5:30 PM – 10 PM Location: Best Buddies Living in Miami Cost: Free REGISTER HERE We will be giving a tour of the living space as well as a talk about the program and what we do...
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