October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Join us on October 19th from 1 pm. – 2 p.m. ET for the virtual event
Join us on October 19th from 1 pm. – 2 p.m. ET for the virtual event
Celebrating Inclusion Figures
Madeline Stuart is a worldwide phenomenon. Madeline is an Australian model described as the world’s first professional model with Down syndrome, becoming a powerful advocate for inclusiveness and diversity in modeling. This incredibly courageous, beautiful, and talented young woman has had astonishing success in the short time she has been modeling and has captured media attention in Australia and internationally.
Celebrating Inclusion Figures
Kerry Magro was two years old when he was diagnosed with autism. He felt isolated and found it difficult to be around others. Magro grew up being told what he could not do, what he could not achieve, and how his life would be. It was also a time when there was not widespread information on autism, which made it harder to navigate life. He found the world very confusing.
Celebrating Inclusion Figures
Collette Divitto was born in 1990 with Down syndrome. She grew up in Ridgefield, Connecticut, where she developed a passion for baking after taking classes in high school. After testing out several cookie recipes, she came up with an original cinnamon chocolate chip cookie that people really enjoyed. Because all of her friends and family raved, “This cookie is amazing,” Collette decided to call her recipe “The Amazing Cookie.”
Best Buddies Living Miami is the first location in the state of Florida. The program officially launched in February 2022 and is currently accepting residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies’ has teamed up with pageant queens for a day of fun and friendship. Reigning Miss Colombia and Miss Germany enjoyed Wednesday afternoon with Best Buddies participants.
July 14, 2024
Portsmouth, RI
The classic 6-chukker match will begin at 5pm. Gates open at 3pm.
August 18, 2024
Falmouth, MA
We are excited to be a part of the historic ASICS Falmouth Road Race Numbers for Nonprofits Program for the 52nd running of the 7-mile race.
September 30, 2024
Hyannis Port, MA
Tee off for Best Buddies on the Cape!