In 2001, Best Buddies International (BBI) made a commitment to enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities around the world by setting a goal to expand our programs into 50 countries by the end of 2010. On January 11, 2010, Best Buddies will kick-off a 50-week Social Media Campaign celebrating the victories we’ve achieved in each of the 50 Best Buddies countries - We Are Best Buddies: Join Our Global Movement!
Throughout the month of November, Benihana will donate 100% of proceeds from the sale of bottled FIJI Water at all 76 U.S. restaurant locations to Best Buddies International, a nonprofit organization with a mission to change the lives of people with intellectual disabilities...
When the 60-plus members of Walter Johnson High School's Best Buddies program gathered for a group meeting Friday morning, they expected a usual day. What they got was anything but...
UNM Buddy Director, Buddy Ambassador and Special Olympian Jamar McDaniels met with NM Congressional delegation to discuss the impact the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act will have on individuals with intellectual disabilities in January.
September 25th will be Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day to celebrate 50 years of her passion, enthusiasm and hard work on issues impacting those with intellectual disabilities...
3 New Chapters, a Ball, a Walk, A Buddy Visit to Congress, Staff: Leadership Conference and many new Friendships are all on schedule for the First Quarter!
Confirmed celebrities include Maureen McCormick, Bill Daily and Jeremy Jojola with the Chris Dracup Band providing first class entertainment. Discount tickets are available through Jan 17th at $75...
Sat., February 13th, 2010 Make this Valentine’s Day Special at Best Buddies Friendship Ball, presented by AUDI of America and Kilmer and Kilmer, Sponsored in part by Bank of the West, REMODELINC and United stone Works, Raffle by Butterfield Jewelers and featuring Actress Maureen McCormick and the Chris Dracup Band. Tickets are just $75 each if purchased before January 13!
Sat., March 27th, 2010 Parents, students and friends can make friendship a reality at the Friendship Walk. Put together your own Team, we’ll show you how...