Champion of the Year: VADC
Oct. 24, 2025
Washington, DC
Join us for our annual fundraising competition and gala.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom And Steve Hearst To Serve As Honorary Co-chairs Of The 16th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented By Pepsi-Cola
Both Honorary Co-Chairs embody the true spirit of Best Buddies and deeply believe in the power of inclusion and meaningful employment to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Olivia Culpo Doesn’t Regret Being Public About Her Vulnerability (EXCLUSIVE)
Olivia Culpo’s life isn’t perfect all the time, but that’s totally fine with her. The model and former Miss Universe reflected on sharing her struggles with the world on Instagram when she chatted exclusively with Access during a pizza-making event at Buca di Beppo for Best Buddies International.
BFF Goals! Teacher and Woman with Intellectual Disability Celebrate 20-Year Bond on Friendship Day
Lisa Buchanan and Ruth Goddard were paired through the Best Buddies program in the ’90s — and they’ve been inseparable ever since.
Record low unemployment creates opportunities for Americans with disabilities
(BPT) – With unemployment rates at a nearly 50-year low, many businesses are struggling to find workers. This tight job market is opening doors for people with disabilities, as many companies are turning their attention to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
“Because of Sam” Documentary Film Highlights Best Buddies Ambassador Sam Piazza’s Life Journey with Down syndrome
The film shows how Sam Piazza overcame bullying, won Homecoming King at Gaither High School, and is an advocate for people with disabilities.
Impact Report – 2018 Best Buddies Leadership Conference: This Is Me
Check out our BBLC 2018 Impact Report…
20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Pepsi-cola And Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation Raises $6.6 Million For People With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The weekend’s festivities kicked off with the Best Buddies Tom Brady Football Challenge and the Guy Cooking with Best Buddies Celebrity Chef Food and Wine Festival.