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
December 4, 2025
Solon, OH
Connect with Best Buddies Cuyahoga Citizens Chapter at the bowling alley.
January 20, 2026
Online (Zoom)
Join us for a live webinar presentation on Special Needs Planning.
January 31, 2026
Columbus, OH
We cannot wait to see you at the game!
News & Stories
A friendly fundraising competition between states to spread generosity and belonging from coast to coast.
See what a one-to-one friendship is all about!
Mrs. DiGiovanna sparks lasting friendships and change at Miamisburg High
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