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Brewer Rock Climbing

Brewer High School Reaches New Heights

A rock climbing event that was more than just a fun activity

Kate Worden

Breaking Barriers: Meet Kate Worden

In many ways, she’s proving that leadership knows no limits.

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Best Buddies chapter in Brewer making an impact on students

In its first year, Brewer is the largest school chapter in Maine.

BBME will receive $30,000 from TD Bank and increased organization awareness.

Best Buddies Maine Named Beneficiary of 2025 TD Beach to Beacon 10K

BBME will receive $30,000 from TD Bank and increased organization awareness.

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Sami & Brooke: Best Buddies

Having a Best Buddy like Brooke is amazing. Brooke wants what is best for me.

Gala Cover Image

Society Notebook: Best Buddies celebrates its special friendships

“I want people with IDD to be more involved with the things we get to do that they might otherwise not.”

Best Buddies in the news

WDEA interviews Cara Maloney about BBME in Central Maine

Central Maine is next up for Best Buddies’ expansion plan, and we’ve already made great strides in 2024!

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The Shining Stars Ball brings together a community

The Courageous Steps Project & Best Buddies UMaine: An Enchanted Evening, Shining Stars Ball

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We all have so much in common

South Portland High School alumnus and Portland Citizen Jackson Bowie-Haskell shares his thoughts on Autism Awareness Month.

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Brooke Helgesen Brings Inclusion and Friendship to Thornton Academy

“We all just hang out, we help each other, include each other…”

Unified Champion School

Sami, Brooke, and Thornton Academy celebrate becoming Unified Champion School

“You should try being a Buddy: you’ll leave with a full heart.”

Malcomsons teaching kids to skate

Cape Elizabeth hosting Best Buddies Inclusion Skate

Explore Malcomson’s impact leading Best Buddies, directing skates program, and more

Fiona

Fiona MacArthur Named Best Buddies in Maine 2023 Champion of the Year

We’re thrilled to announce Fiona MacArthur as our 2023 Grand Champion!

Sean and Evan Highlight

Helping make Best Buddies for people with disabilities in Maine

If karaoke is your jam, BBME has all the fun you can handle.

Best Buddies in Maine hosted successful fundraiser

Best Buddies in Maine hosted successful Bangor-centered fundraiser

It all started when Kelly Scheetz started collecting items from community members.

Wilson Clough

Wells High School’s Wilson Clough stands out in 3 sports and service to community

Wilson Clough’s contributions to the community extend far beyond the pitch, ice rink or field.

BB Honored at USM Award Gala

Best Buddies Honored at USM’s Student Leadership Awards

Our USM chapter was celebrated for their dedication to inclusion and friendship!

Hunter Maxham

Hunter Maxham Fashion Show

Read about Hunter’s dedication to fashion and inclusion!

First annual Best Buddies Cornhole event focused on inclusivity and friendship

First annual Best Buddies Cornhole Event Focused on Inclusivity and Friendship

Over 100 teams celebrated inclusion at our first-annual BBME Cornhole Tournament!

Brian Harnish, Bangor Citizens Participant

BBME Citizens: Brian Harnish

Bangor Citizens Participant Brian Harnish Shares What Inclusion Means to Him.

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