Special Olympics and Best Buddies Proclaim March 3rd as Day to “Spread the Word to End the Word” February 3, 2010 Download Press Release PDF  Exactly one month from today, Special Olympics, Best Buddies and supporters from across the world will unite in support of a grassroots movement challenging the use of an outdated word that must be recognized for its hurtful impact on people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). On March 3rd, Spread the Word to End the Word awareness day will commence -  engaging schools, organizations and communities by raising the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed),” and encouraging everyone to stop using the R-word by signing our pledge and encouraging their friends and families to do the same... Read more...

Capitol Hill To Advocate For Proposed Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act of 2010 January 29, 2010 Download Press Release PDF In conjunction with their efforts on Capitol Hill, Special Olympics Chairman and CEO, Tim Shriver, and Best Buddies Founder and Chairman, Anthony Shriver, have announced an official annual day in honor of their mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, every fourth Saturday in September with the first this September 25, 2010. Mrs. Shriver was a trail blazing leader who broke down barriers to improve the lives of millions of persons with intellectual disabilities, their families and communities around the world for over five decades. Read more...   Special Olympics Athletes, Best Buddies Participants and Families from Across the Nation to Converge on Capitol Hill to Urge for Continued Government Support January 25, 2010 Download Press Release PDF On Wednesday, January 27, Special Olympics athletes and Best Buddies participants, along with coaches, program leaders and family members from 45 states, will participate in their annual Capitol Hill Day in honor of the legacy of Eunice Kennedy Shriver.  Read more...   We Are Best Buddies: Join Our Global Movement! January 11, 2010 Download Press Release PDF Best Buddies International  is pleased to announce a new 50-week social media campaign called “We are Best Buddies: Join Our Global Movement!” Each week, a story and photo gallery will be posted on Facebook, Twitter, and the Best Buddies blog highlighting the accomplishments of a different Best Buddies country.  The campaign will kick off with the United States.. Read more...   Benihana Partners With Best Buddies And FIJI Water to Kick-off A Season Of Giving November 2, 2009 Download Press Release PDF Benihana Inc., the nation’s largest chain of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, is inviting guests to join their knife-wielding, entertaining chefs at their famous Teppanyaki tables to celebrate the season and give back. 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. Guests may also donate $5 to Best Buddies by texting "BEST" to 501501 for a chance to win Benihana merchandise, gift cards or a trip for two to the biggest game of the season held in Miami, Florida. Read more...

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