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
Spring & Fall 2023
Massachusetts & Rhode Island
Join us as we walk in support of Best Buddies’ mission of inclusion.
November 30, 2023
Boston, MA
An celebration of the growth and success of the Best Buddies Jobs program
June 1, 2024
Boston to Hyannis Port
A once-in-a-lifetime cycling experience.
News & Stories
Al Horford, the Boston Celtics’ five-time NBA All-Star center, hosted a meet-and-greet event with Best Buddies International on September 28.
A BB College Leader looks forward to what she will learn at BBLC!
Get to know MARI State Director, Kara Falcone, and her Citizens buddy Daniella.
Best Buddies R.I. Advisor Donna Ferrucci shares her Best Buddies story
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