One-To-One Friendships
Builds friendships between people with and without IDD, offering social mentoring while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion.
Integrated
Employment
Secures jobs for people with IDD, allowing them to earn an income, pay taxes, and support themselves.
Leadership Development
Educates and empowers people with and without IDD, to be leaders, public speakers and advocates.
Inclusive
Living
Providing a vibrant, integrated living opportunity for people with and without IDD.
“Best Buddies gives people with special abilities a chance to make friends, speak up, be heard and advocate for themselves and others within their community.”
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Events
Fall 2026
Statewide
An annual fundraising competition featuring prominent community leaders.
Dec. 2-6, 2026
Malibu, CA
A once-in-a-lifetime cycling or hiking experience.
April 14-18, 2027
Palo Alto, CA
A once-in-a-lifetime cycling or hiking experience.
News & Stories
From Project SEARCH to independent living and meaningful employment
Counting down the days until BBLC 2026!
Celebrating Four Years of Friendship
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