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A Note from the Chairmen of Best Buddies and Special Olympics: The Gifts of People with Autism
As we come to the end of Autism Awareness Month, we want to join with self-advocates and friends and family members around the world in celebrating the gifts of people with autism.

The Inaugural Best Buddies Queen Stage: Palo Alto Presented By Safeway Foundation Raises $2 Million For Best Buddies International
Event Proceeds To Support Best Buddies’ Mission Of Inclusion For Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities PALO ALTO, CA, April 15, 2025 – On April 11-12, Best Buddies International hosted the Best Buddies Queen Stage: Palo Alto, a charity bike ride, that commenced and concluded at the illustrious Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, CA. The event raised $2 million for Best Buddies programs.

Thousands put their best foot forward at Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk at loanDepot Park
MIAMI (WSVN) - Thousands of people woke up bright and early to put their best foot forward, all in the name of friendship.