Best Buddies Celebrates Champion of the Year Gala 2026
A Night of Inclusion
Best Buddies Siblings Program helping to uplift, connect, and empower families
7NEWS spoke with local family about why the Siblings Program is so important.
Best Buddies leaders discuss inaugural Family Forever Conference for parents, caregivers in Columbus, Ohio
Anthony Kennedy Shriver discusses inclusion, family support, and meaningful connections.
More Than Just a Job
A job can be so much more than a paycheck or a list of responsibilities.
Record-Breaking Night of Inclusion at 2026 Champion of the Year Gala
Best Buddies in Kentucky raised more than $222,000 at its 2026 Champion of the Year Gala, celebrating inclusion and Champions Drew and Amelia Krause and Kat Teston.
From Matching to Making a Difference
Andrew and Jack’s Best Buddies friendship builds confidence, inclusion, empathy, and meaningful connections.
UD Best Buddies Match Party!
UD Best Buddies hosted a fun-filled Match Party celebrating new friendships on Campus!
Meet Terrie Namkung!
Citizens Member, Mission Partner, and 2026 Spirit of Friendship Winner
Meet the VADC Team at Jersey Mikes!
October 15-25, 2026
Various Jersey Mike’s Locations
Come meet your VADC team at Jersey Mikes!
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico awards 50000 dollars to support inclusive employment
This investment supports meaningful employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across New Mexico.