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Poco Carton Steps into Leadership

Inclusion in Action: Poco Carton Steps into Leadership

Poco leads with heart as State Director, inspiring inclusion and meaningful connections

A Day of Inclusion and Impact Fun and Walking

A Day of Inclusion and Impact: 2025 Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Over 1,000 walkers united for friendship, raising $138,000 for Arizona’s programs.

TokensForBags

Best Buddies in Arizona Partners with Buffalo Exchange for Tokens for Bags Program

Shop sustainably and support inclusion by choosing Best Buddies in Arizona at Buffalo Exchange.

Friends Dancing

Celebrating Friendship and Inclusion at the 2025 Best Buddies Friendship Ball

Celebrating friendship, inclusion, and unforgettable memories at the 2025 Best Buddies Friendship Ball.

Fostering inclusion, building friendships, and creating community at Cochise Elementarys Best Buddies chapter.

Building Friendships, Changing Lives: Cochise Elementary’s Best Buddies Success

Fostering inclusion, building friendships, and creating community at Cochise Elementary’s Best Buddies chapter.

Champion of the Year Gala Brings Community Together for Inclusion

Champion of the Year Gala Brings Community Together for Inclusion

Kendra Verdoni made history at the 2024 Champion of the Year Gala!

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Building Connections: BBAZ at the 2024 Leadership Conference

Best Buddies in Arizona – engaged in learning, fun, and growth at 2024 Leadership Conference.

Thank You Thunderbirds

Thunderbirds Charities Grants $25,000 to Best Buddies in Arizona

Best Buddies Arizona receives generous grant from Thunderbirds Charities to support school friendship programs.

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Taco Bell Foundation Awards $75,000 Grant to Best Buddies in Arizona

Taco Bell Foundation awards $75,000 to Best Buddies, enhancing inclusivity and leadership for IDD.

Willow Canyon Chapter Award

Willow Canyon High School Wins Top Overall Chapter

Willow Canyon Best Buddies Club named Top Overall Chapter

Friendship Walk Article an amazing day

Friendship Walk: A Triumph of Inclusion and Community

Over 1,000 participants raised more than $140,000, showcasing the power of community.

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A Day of Leadership and Advocacy for Best Buddies in Arizona

Parker Lane tops Friendship Walk fundraisers and Wins Opportunity to Act as State Director for the Day

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The Best Buddies Friendship Program in Spotlight

ABC 15 shines light on Best Buddies program, fostering inclusion and friendship.

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Celebrating Inclusivity

Uniting Hearts and Creating Lasting Memories Together

Higley

Embracing Inclusivity

Higley Unified’s Best Buddies Carnival Strengthens Bonds Across the District

Welcome Michael Kruse

Welcome to our new Advisory Board Chair, Michael Kruse

Meet Michael Kruse, Arizona’s new Advisory Board Chair, fostering inclusivity.

Kailey Sullivan Crowned Champion of the Year in Arizona

Kailey Sullivan Crowned Champion of the Year in Arizona

A night unlike any other, marking two decades of celebrating and support inclusion!

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