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One-To-One Friendships

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Builds friendships between people with and without IDD, offering social mentoring while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion.

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Secures jobs for people with IDD, allowing them to earn an income, pay taxes, and support themselves.

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Leadership Development

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Educates and empowers people with and without IDD, to be leaders, public speakers and advocates.

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Inclusive
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Providing a vibrant, integrated living opportunity for people with and without IDD.

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Family support and resources to raise a child with IDD.

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“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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Your one-time or monthly donation will help us create more opportunities for enhancing the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Eunie's Buddies Espresso Yourself

Eunie’s Buddies – Expresso Yourself

1st Monday & 3rd Thursday of the Month
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Pour a cup. Take a Breath. Let’s chat.

Strings & Stories Eunies Buddies

Eunie’s Buddies – Strings & Stories

September 6, 2025
Homestead Cybrarium

Strings & Stories

2025 BBFL EmpowerED Flyer

EmpowerED

September 27, 2025
Homestead, FL

EmpowerED

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Family Support Coming to Florida

Family Support Comes to Florida

Our newest program provides resources for families raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

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Best Buddies Selected for the 2025 Great Charity Challenge

Over the past 15 years, the GCC has raised and donated an impressive $21.7 million to local charities.

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Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration

The Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration in Florida is an annual event that honors individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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