• Our Programs
    • WHAT WE DO
      • Mission
      • Impact
      • Vision and Goals
      • History
    • PROGRAMS
      • Friendship
      • Jobs
      • Leadership Development
      • Living
      • Family Support
    • MISSION IN ACTION
      • Featured Profiles
      • Videos
  • Take Action
    • Join a Program
    • Start a Chapter
    • Hire a Buddy
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Fundraise
    • Attend an Event
    • Advocate
    • Spread The Word
    • Join Team Rosemary
    • Planned Giving
  • Find Programs
    • United States
    • International
  • Media
    • News
    • Press Releases
  • Our Supporters
    • Celebrity Ambassadors
    • Corporations
    • Foundations
    • Government
  • About Us
    • OUR TEAM
      • Founder and Chairman
      • Board of Directors
      • Office Directory
      • Career Opportunities
    • FINANCIAL INFO
      • Annual Report
      • Where The Dollar Goes
      • IRS Form 990
  • Donate
  • Attend an Event
  • Shop
  • Fine Art
    • Fine Art Collection
    • David Yarrow Photography
  • Members Area
Skip to Content
Donate
Members Area
  • Fine Art
    ▼
    • Fine Art Collection
    • David Yarrow Photography
Shop
Best Buddies International Best Buddies International
  • Our Programs
    • WHAT WE DO
      • Mission
      • Impact
      • Vision and Goals
      • History
    • PROGRAMS
      • Friendship
      • Jobs
      • Leadership Development
      • Living
      • Family Support
    • MISSION IN ACTION
      • Featured Profiles
      • Videos
  • Take Action
    • Join a Program
    • Start a Chapter
    • Hire a Buddy
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Fundraise
    • Attend an Event
    • Advocate
    • Spread The Word
    • Join Team Rosemary
    • Planned Giving
  • Find Programs
    • United States
    • International
  • Media
    • News
    • Press Releases
  • Our Supporters
    • Celebrity Ambassadors
    • Corporations
    • Foundations
    • Government
  • About Us
    • OUR TEAM
      • Founder and Chairman
      • Board of Directors
      • Office Directory
      • Career Opportunities
    • FINANCIAL INFO
      • Annual Report
      • Where The Dollar Goes
      • IRS Form 990
  • Donate
  • Attend an Event
  • Shop
  • Fine Art
    • Fine Art Collection
    • David Yarrow Photography
  • Members Area
Home: Best Buddies International logo
DONATE

Best Buddies Challenge brings hundreds of cyclists to NYC for 100-mile ride

Best Buddies Challenge brings hundreds of cyclists to NYC for 100-mile ride

Best Buddies Challenge brings hundreds of cyclists to NYC for 100-mile ride

Oct 13, 2026 | News Front Page, News Sidebar |
Alt tag image Group of cyclists riding through Central Park in New York City, with lush green trees and Manhattan skyscrapers in the background.

NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- Hundreds of cyclists set off from Central Park this weekend for the annual Best Buddies Challenge New York, a fundraising ride expected to generate $4 million for programs supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Best Buddies International founder Anthony Kennedy Shriver helped kick off the event, which drew riders from across the region for routes stretching far beyond New York City. Many participants tackled a 100-mile ride, while two former Tour de France champions joined the cause.

Watch the video on abc7ny.com, and then join Anthony Shriver and supporters across the country in making a difference—get involved with the Best Buddies Challenge by donating, registering to ride, or cheering on participants as they champion inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Tags: best buddies challenge: New York
0
Share

You also might be interested in

The Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs And Wells Fargo Raises $5 Million For Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

The Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs And Wells Fargo Raises $5 Million For Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

Oct 6, 2025

New York City, October 6, 2025 – Best Buddies International hosted its inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York, presented by Jersey Mike's Subs and Wells Fargo. on Saturday, October 4th. Cycling legend and Tour de France Stage Winner Mark Cavendish served as Honorary Chair of the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk benefiting Best Buddies International.

Cycling Legend Mark Cavendish To Serve As Honorary Chair Of The Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs And Wells Fargo

Cycling Legend Mark Cavendish To Serve As Honorary Chair Of The Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs And Wells Fargo

Oct 2, 2025

New York City, October 2, 2025 – Best Buddies International is excited to announce that cycling legend and Tour de France Stage Winner Mark Cavendish will serve as Honorary Chair of the Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York, presented by Jersey Mike's Subs and Wells Fargo. on Saturday, October 4th. Nearly 750 people are expected to participate in the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk to benefit Best Buddies International. The event is expected to raise $3 Million for Best Buddies programs.

Cycling Legends Chris Froome and Alberto Contador to Headline the 2026 Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs and Wells Fargo

Cycling Legends Chris Froome and Alberto Contador to Headline the 2026 Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs and Wells Fargo

Sep 24, 2026

Cycling legends Chris Froome and Alberto Contador will lead the 2026 Best Buddies Challenge: New York, supporting inclusion for people with IDD.

Latest News

Best Buddies Siblings Program helping to uplift, connect, and empower families

Best Buddies Siblings Program helping to uplift, connect, and empower families

October 13, 2026

The Best Buddies Siblings Program offers participants a flexible and supportive experience designed to uplift, connect, and empower siblings of individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

Best Buddies Challenge brings hundreds of cyclists to NYC for 100-mile ride

Best Buddies Challenge brings hundreds of cyclists to NYC for 100-mile ride

October 13, 2026

Hundreds of cyclists set off from Central Park this weekend for the annual Best Buddies Challenge New York.

Best Buddies International Launches Programs in North Macedonia Through Partnership with Foundation Ice Begov

Best Buddies International Launches Programs in North Macedonia Through Partnership with Foundation Ice Begov

October 5, 2026

Best Buddies expands to North Macedonia, advancing friendship, inclusion, and belonging.

Best Buddies International Logo

Best Buddies International

Global Headquarters
100 Southeast Second St, Suite 2200
Miami, FL 33131

Toll Free: 1-800-89 BUDDY (28339)

  • Find a US Program
  • Find an International Program
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Career Opportunities
  • Office Directory
newsletter
Want to connect
with Best Buddies?

Sign up for our emails

Privacy & Accessibility Statement
©2026 Best buddies international
A 501(c)(3) Organization
Prev Next