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Best Buddies State Showdown – A Matched Rivalry in Giving

December 1, 2025

A friendly fundraising competition between states to spread generosity and belonging from coast to coast.

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2025 Friendship Walk Recap

May 28, 2025

Celebrating The Power of Inclusion

From Doubt to Determination Yuhan

From Doubt to Determination

May 20, 2025

Yuhan’s Employment Journey

Yvenie Getting Her Necessities

Finding Community

March 13, 2025

Yvenie’s Journey with Best Buddies Living

Game Time

Leveling Up Inclusion

March 13, 2025

Best Buddies in San Diego Partners with UESL

Meet Deeba and Diana

Buddy Pair Spotlight: Deeba & Dina

March 3, 2025

A Bond Beyond Best Buddies

Ben Haworth

Ambassador Trainings

March 3, 2025

Mastering the Art of the Elevator Pitch

Meet Tanner

Tanner the Trailblazer

March 3, 2025

Paving the Way for Neurodiverse Workforces

A collage of twelve images showcasing various moments and participants from Best Buddies California in 2024. The images depict individuals of diverse backgrounds engaging in activities such as public speaking, celebrating friendships, working in professional settings, participating in sports, and enjoying social gatherings. The photos highlight joy, inclusion, and community engagement.

A Year in Review: Best Buddies California’s Remarkable 2024

January 31, 2025

As we reflect back on 2024, we celebrate a year of profound growth and achievement for Best Buddies California.

Charlie in the Bus

Where Are They Now: Charlie

January 21, 2025

Charlie’s Journey Towards Independence

Champions of the Year

Meet Our 2024 Grand Champions

January 17, 2025

Celebrating the Success of Best Buddies’ Champion of the Year in California

Empowering Voices of Tomorrow

Empowering Voices of Tomorrow

November 22, 2024

Best Buddies Speech Coach Experience

Erica and Julians Friendship having a great day

Best Buddies Citizens Spotlight – Erica and Julian

September 23, 2024

Erica and Julian’s 2.5-Year Bond

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Where Are They Now

September 23, 2024

Sammy’s Journey in the Culinary World

BBLC A life changing experience

Best Buddies Leadership Conference 2024

August 12, 2024

A Life-Changing Experience for Inclusion Leaders

Project Search Launch Sacramento

Best Buddies to Launch Project SEARCH in Sacramento

August 12, 2024

Aiming to Lower the Unemployment Rate of Individuals with Disabilities

Pauls Path to Professional Growth

Paul’s Path to Professional Growth

July 10, 2024

A Best Buddies Jobs Program Success Story

Celebrating Byrons Legacy Group of Friends

Celebrating Byron’s Legacy at Team One

June 24, 2024

Best Buddies Job Participants Shine at Team One Mock Interview Workshop

Max and Karen's Best Buddies Journey Friends

The Melody of Friendship

June 21, 2024

Max and Karen’s Best Buddies Journey

Friendship Walk Recap San Diego

2024 Friendship Walk Highlights

June 21, 2024

California’s first year hosting five walks was a HUGE success!

Bens Transformative 5 Year Journey

Ambassador to Advisory Board Member

May 7, 2024

Ben’s Transformative 5-Year Journey with Best Buddies

Crystal Yang

Social Media Violence & the Disabled Community

March 6, 2024

Learnings from Best Buddies High School Volunteer – Crystal Yang

Ben Haworth

Supporting Individuals with “Invisible” Disabilities

February 8, 2024

Learn more about the reach of our programs in California.

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Best Buddies Jobs Participant Recognized by Golden State Warriors

January 31, 2024

Aaron Silverman, a participant in the Best Buddies Jobs program in California, was recognized by the Golden State Warriors on January 25.

All Cheers at LC

Statewide 2023 Impact Report

December 15, 2023

Learn more about the reach of our programs in California.

Remembering Drew

Remembering “Woohoo-Drew”

December 15, 2023

Drew Petersen: A Beacon of Light in Our Best Buddies California Family

Champions of the Year in California

Cheers to our Champions!

December 15, 2023

54 Inclusion Leaders Championing All Abilities & Raising $635,000 for Inclusion!

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Reunited for Inclusion at BBLC 2023

August 21, 2023

Another successful Best Buddies Leadership Conference at Indiana University!

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Best Buddies Jobs Program x Project Search

August 17, 2023

Integrated Employment Opportunities in Fresno

Ben's Corner

Inspiring Young Leaders

August 16, 2023

Best Buddies taught me to believe in myself no matter what.

Colin and Kourosh

An Unbreakable Bond with my “Buddy Guard”

July 10, 2023

The Power of Friendship: Colin & Kourosh

Richard Nakai

Life with an “Invisible” Disability

June 15, 2023

An important reminder from a Best Buddies State Ambassador – Richard Nakai

Ryan and Timothy

Friendship Program Feature: Ryan & Timothy

June 8, 2023

Four years of friendship still going strong!

Sammy at Disneyland

Jobs Program Highlight: Sammy at Disneyland

June 7, 2023

Sammy works his dream job at the happiest place on earth!

One step closer to inclusion

One step closer to inclusion

May 30, 2023

Friendship Walk Success & Willams Syndrome Awareness Month – May 2023 Newsletter

Join the Global Volunteer Movement

Join the Global Volunteer Movement!

May 30, 2023

Celebrate National Volunteer Week with us. – April 2023 Newsletter

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How do you champion inclusion?

March 28, 2023

Happy Best Buddies Month! – March 2023 Newsletter

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Become an Inclusion Leader

February 23, 2023

Lead your Friendship Walk team to success!

Best Buddies California had such a successful Champion of the Year season with the support of presenting and platinum partners - Waymo, Pantheon, Wires Only, and JLL!

Leading Companies Unite to Support and Drive Positive Change

December 20, 2022

Our partners align to make the world more inclusive.

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Best Buddies CA is Certified Sensory Inclusive

October 11, 2022

Best Buddies CA staff receives sensory inclusive certification from Kulture City.

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