SUNRISE, FLA. (WSVN) – South Floridians came together for some fun and philanthropy in Sunrise, as Best Buddies held their annual fundraiser with a pandemic-friendly twist.
The organization’s Friendship Walk turned into a tailgate at the BB&T on Saturday due to COVID-19 safety protocols, but the energy and excitement were even higher this year.
Boston, May 22, 2019 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that the 20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port , presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, will take place May 31 – June 1st. More than 2,000 people are expected to participate in the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk to benefit Best Buddies International.
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That’s so “retarded.” You’re such a “retard.” Retard… one of the few words that physically hurts me when I hear it. My heart aches; my stomach clenches; my eyes sting. It always takes a beat before it registers; did someone really just say that? As a special educator, I especially hated that word. Then 8 years ago, it became personal.
Al Horford, the Boston Celtics’ five-time NBA All-Star center, hosted a meet-and-greet event with Best Buddies International on September 28.
Best Buddies is proud to team up with Safeway to help ensure that people with IDD can earn an income so they can gain financial independence and meaningfully contribute to society.
Joseph Canty discusses Best Buddies HBCU Accessibility and Inclusion Symposium, which will take place on Sept. 14, 2023.