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The 2026 Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs and Wells Fargo Raises $4 Million for Best Buddies.

Cycling Legends Chris Froome and Alberto Contador led the ride from New York City to the Iconic Glenmere Mansion.

Jersey Mike’s Marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month by Deepening Best Buddies Partnership

Throughout October, customers can round up their order and donate to support Best Buddies

Nearly 2,800 Global Leaders to Gather at the 2026 Best Buddies Leadership Conference

Nearly 2,800 global leaders will gather July 17–20 at the 2026 Best Buddies Leadership Conference, where the theme "One Team, One World" celebrates friendship, leadership, and inclusion through inspiring speakers, training, and shared experiences.

Best Buddies International Raises $1.6 Million at Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: Aspen Charity Bike Ride & Champion of the Year Gala

Best Buddies International raised $1.6 million during the inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: Aspen, uniting cyclists and supporters to advance inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The 27th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation And The Tjx Companies, INC. Raises More Than $4 Million To Support People With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

Nearly 1,000 participants helped raise over $4 million for inclusion.

Best Buddies International Launches Its First Inclusive Living Community in New York City in Collaboration With Future Centered Care

Best Buddies launches inclusive Manhattan living community supporting independence for neurodiverse adults.

Rosetta Bakery x Best Buddies International Officially Open New Bethesda Location

Rosetta Bakery and Best Buddies open Bethesda location focused on inclusion and employment.

Doctor and Race Car Driver Kevin Stadtlander to Race at F1 Miami Weekend in Support of Best Buddies International

After years of participating in and cycling hundreds of miles in the Best Buddies Challenge: Miami, I’m proud to bring that commitment from two wheels to four,” said Stadtlander.

Best Buddies to Host 5th Annual Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk at loanDepot Park

Miami, FL, April 2, 2026 — Best Buddies International is excited to announce the Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Miami on April 4th at loanDepot Park, the home of the Miami Marlins.

GRAMMY award-winning singer & songwriter Ashanti and Hip-Hop artist Ja Rule to headline the 27th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala

Best Buddies Internationa is thrilled to present its Best Buddies Challenge: Miami Chaired by Kenneth C. Griffin and Griffin Catalyst and Presented by the Andrew P. Barowsky Foundation, and Mack Cycle & Fitness, and the Jersey Mike’s Subs Best Buddies Miami Gala on Saturday, November 15 at MANA Wynwood. Collectively, this year’s bike ride and Gala are expected to raise $5 million for Best Buddies programs.

Cycling Legend Mark Cavendish To Serve As Honorary Chair Of The Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs And Wells Fargo

New York City, October 2, 2025 – Best Buddies International is excited to announce that cycling legend and Tour de France Stage Winner Mark Cavendish will serve as Honorary Chair of the Inaugural Best Buddies Challenge: New York, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs and Wells Fargo. on Saturday, October 4th. Nearly 750 people are expected to participate in the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk to benefit Best Buddies International. The event is expected to raise $3 Million for Best Buddies programs.

More Than 2,400 Attendees From Around The World United For Best Buddies International Leadership Conference In Bloomington, Indiana

Bloomington, IN — July 31, 2025 — From July 18–21, 2025, more than 2,400 student leaders, volunteers, and advocates from across the globe came together at Indiana University for the annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference.

Leaders from Around the World to Unite in the Name of Inclusion at the Best Buddies International Leadership Conference in Bloomington, Indiana

Bloomington, IN, July 16, 2025 – Get Ready for a “Wickedly Inclusive” Celebration of Change and Empowerment at Indiana University.

The 26th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation And The TJX Companies, Inc. Raises More Than $4 Million To Support People With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

Boston, June 3, 2025 – This year, over 1,000 people participated in the 26th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation and The TJX Companies, Inc. More, a cycling, run and walk fundraiser from Boston to Hyannis Port, May 30 -31.

New England Patriots Quarterback Drake Maye To Serve As Honorary Chair Of 26th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation And The Tjx Companies, Inc.

New England Patriots Quarterback and Best Buddies Global Ambassador Drake Maye will serve as Honorary Chair of the 26th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation and The TJX Companies, Inc. More than 1,500 people are expected to participate in the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk to benefit Best Buddies International.

A Note from the Chairmen of Best Buddies and Special Olympics: The Gifts of People with Autism

As we come to the end of Autism Awareness Month, we want to join with self-advocates and friends and family members around the world in celebrating the gifts of people with autism.

Rosetta Bakery and Best Buddies International to Open New Bethesda Location

Bethesda, MD, April 9, 2025 – Rosetta Bakery, renowned for authentic, handcrafted Italian baked goods that honor tradition and Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), are pleased to announce the continued expansion of their inspiring partnership with the forthcoming debut of a new Rosetta Bakery x Best Buddies location in Bethesda, Maryland.

Best Buddies to Host Annual Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk at loanDepot Park

Best Buddies International is excited to announce the Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Miami on April 5th at loanDepot Park, the home of the Miami Marlins. With nearly 50,000 participants at more than 70 walks across the globe, the Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading walk in the country supporting inclusion for the IDD community.

Best Buddies International Celebrates Best Buddies Month, Championing Inclusion for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies launched the Eunie’s Buddies campaign, #WithYou — a nationwide movement supporting families of individuals with IDD through mentorship, resources, and community during Best Buddies Month and World Down Syndrome Day.

Sky Zone Announces Best Buddies International as National Do Good Partner

As part of the partnership, Sky Zone to host Friendship Tuesdays, provide BOGO Friendship Jump Passes, and more

Cold Stone Creamery Partners with Best Buddies International for September Fundraising Initiative

Cold Stone Creamery® is proud to announce its continued partnership with Best Buddies International.

25th Anniversary Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, and the TJX Companies, Inc., Raises More Than $4 Million to Support People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Boston, June 11, 2024 – This year, the 25th Anniversary Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port brought together over 1,000 participants in a spectacular cycling, running, and walking fundraiser. Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, and The TJX Companies, Inc. .The event spanned from Boston to Hyannis Port, raising over $4 million for Best Buddies International.

New England Patriots Quarterback Drake Maye Named Honorary Chair Of 25th Anniversary Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation And The TJX Companies, Inc.

Best Buddies International is pleased to announce that New England Patriots Quarterback Drake Maye will serve as Honorary Chair of the 25th Anniversary Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port.

Best Buddies International to Host Its 7th Annual Celebration of Mothers in Nashville, TN

Organization Will Officially Launch Its Eunie’s Buddies Program to Empower Families on Their Journey of Raising a Child With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Nashville, TN, May 1, 2024

Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Miami Raises $345,000 for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies International hosted the Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Miami on April 6 at loanDepot Park and raised $345,000.

Best Buddies in South Florida to Host Annual Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk at loanDepot Park

Best Buddies in South Florida, is excited to announce the Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Miami on April 6, 2024 at loanDepot Park.

Best Buddies Honors Global Ambassador Tom Brady at the 25th Annual Best Buddies Gala: Miami

Best Buddies honored NFL legend and Best Buddies Global Ambassador Tom Brady and raised $5 million at the Best Buddies Miami Gala. 

Best Buddies Celebrity Supporters Courtney Sixx and Charlotte McKinney Host Event Celebrating Friendship and Inclusion at Chrome Hearts in Miami

Best Buddies International partnered with Bouquet Box to host a kickoff event ahead of the 25th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala.

Best Buddies International to Honor Global Ambassador Tom Brady at the 25th Annual Best Buddies Gala: Miami

Best Buddies International is thrilled to present its Best Buddies Challenge: Miami and the 25th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala on Friday, November 17.

Golden Knights Center Jack Eichel Donates $40K To Local Best Buddies Chapter

Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel presented Best Buddies International with a $40,000 donation Thursday.

The 20th Best Buddies Challenge: California Presented by Safeway Foundation Raises Nearly $3 Million for Best Buddies International

Best Buddies hosted its 20th Best Buddies Challenge: California presented by Safeway Foundation, which raised nearly $3 million.

Best Buddies and Jersey Mike’s Subs Partner for Inclusion

Jersey Mike’s customers can round up their purchase to the nearest dollar or donate $1, $3 or $5 to donate to Best Buddies when placing their order on the Jersey Mike’s app.

Best Buddies International To Host Inaugural Online Historically Black Colleges and Universities Accessibility and Inclusion Symposium

Best Buddies International will host its inaugural online Historically Black Colleges and Universities Accessibility and Inclusion Symposium on Sept. 14, 2023, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. EST.  

Leaders from Around the World to Unite in the Name of Inclusion at the Best Buddies International Leadership Conference in Bloomington, IN.

Join us July 21-24 at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.

Pedaling for a purpose: Hundreds take part in 2023 Best Buddies Challenge

Hundreds of riders pedaled through the rain on Saturday to support Best Buddies during the 2023 Best Buddies Challenge bike ride.

Best Buddies holds 24th annual gala in Miami, supermodel Cindy Crawford awarded ‘Spirit of Friendship’

MIAMI (WSVN) – It was a night of celebration in Miami for the non-profit organization Best Buddies. Best Buddies International held its 24th annual gala celebrating the organization’s mission and honoring the dedication of supporters and volunteers.

Miami Beach Best Buddies Challenge raises money for people facing intellectual, developmental disabilities

MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) – A non-profit organization brought love to Miami Beach with a huge fundraiser. Best Buddies hosted an event that challenged participants to bike 75 miles through Miami alongside a fleet of police officers, Friday morning.

Best Buddies International To Host Its Best Buddies Challenge: Miami And 24th Annual Best Buddies Gala: Miami Benefiting Individuals With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

MIAMI, November 17, 2022 – Best Buddies International is thrilled to present its 24th Annual Best Buddies Gala: Miami at Ice Palace Studios on Friday, November 18.

Best Buddies International Statement On The Best Buddies Racing Team

Best Buddies International congratulates the Best Buddies Racing Team on an incredible two-years of racing with a purpose by competing in elite bike races across the U.S. to illuminate the skills and people within the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) community.

Mod Pizza Introduces New Value(s) Menu That Gives Back

MOD’s inaugural Value(s) Menu partner – now through August 22 – is Best Buddies International, the world’s largest organization dedicated to helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). With today’s announcement, MOD plans to donate $500,000 to Best Buddies to help support their mission of inclusion through programs that support integrated employment, one-to-one friendships, leadership development, and inclusive living communities.

Join Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri and Challenge Yourself to Change Lives at The 22nd Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port presented by Pepsi-cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation

Boston, September 28, 2021 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce that the 22nd Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, will take place in-person October 1 – 2 from Boston to Cape Cod.

Best Buddies Jobs participants are encouraged to add new Best Buddies Affiliation tag to profile

Inclusively is excited to announce our new partnership with Best Buddies International, the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical, and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Best Buddies in South Florida to Host Friendship Walk Drive-Thru and Tailgate Party at BB&T Center in Support of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies International is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida on Saturday, April 24th at the BB&T Center in Sunrise, FL.

Black History Month: A Message From Anthony Kennedy Shriver

Black History Month provides us with an opportunity to celebrate the rich history and far-reaching accomplishments of Black Americans.

Best Buddies International To Host The 2020 Hublot Best Buddies Challenge: Miami Benefiting Individuals With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

MIAMI, November 20, 2020 – Best Buddies International presents the 2020 Hublot Best Buddies Challenge: Miami on Saturday, November 21.

Student Leaders and Celebrity Supporters From Around the Word to Virtually Unite at the 2020 Best Buddies Leadership Conference

More than 4,300 Student Leaders from 35 Countries to Unite for Inclusion.

Redemption Donates Online Proceeds to International Charities

Redemption, online clothing store, will be donating 100% of U.S online sales to COVID-19 relief, equally distributed to Best Buddies and Meals on Wheels America.

Singer Rebecca Black Teams Up With Best Buddies to Release New Song ‘Alone Together’

On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Rebecca Black and four Best Buddies Ambassadors — Bret, Christina, Marlana and Alphonso — came together via Zoom to co-write and perform the song Alone Together with the goal of uniting communities globally while physically apart. 100% percent of the proceeds from Alone Together will directly benefit Best Buddies’ global programs and initiatives.

Best Buddies in South Florida to Host Annual Friendship Walk Benefiting Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies International is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Maurice A. Ferré Park in Downtown Miami.

Special Olympics and Best Buddies build global movement to promote inclusion

Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and supporters from around the world will unite on Wednesday, March 4th for the annual Spread the Word Day.

A&E Network’s Emmy®-Winning Docuseries “Born This Way” Renewed For Six-part Short-form Digital Series Alongside A One Hour Linear Series Finale Holiday Special

A&E Network’s critically-acclaimed, Emmy-winning docuseries “Born This Way” will bring the gang back together for a six-part short-form digital series as well as a one-hour linear series finale holiday special.

Tom Brady Stepping Down as Honorary Co-Chair of the Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port and Stepping Up as Global Ambassador for Best Buddies International

After 16 years of serving as Honorary Co-Chair of the Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, NFL Superstar Tom Brady is passing the leadership baton…

Hublot Best Buddies Challenge: Miami and 23rd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala Raise $2.9 Million to Support Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Nearly 850 people attended the 23rd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at Mana Wynwood on Friday, November 22. The event raised $2.9 million in total donations for Best Buddies International.

Best Buddies International to Host Best Buddies Challenge: Miami & 23rd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala

Best Buddies International is thrilled to present its 23rd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at Mana Wynwood on Friday, November 22

Best Buddies International Integrates My Friend Clyde Into Its Educational Program For Elementary Schools

Best Buddies International is excited to announce a new partnership with My Friend Clyde, a children’s book written by Jason Kendal and beautifully illustrated by Mariam Kendal that aims to teach over 1,300 elementary school students about acceptance and respect.

16th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented By Pepsi-Cola Raises $4 Million For Best Buddies International

San Simeon, CA, September 19, 2019 – The 16th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle presented by Pepsi-Cola  raised $4 million […]

20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Pepsi-cola And Shaw’s And Star Market Foundation Raises $6.6 Million For People With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

The weekend’s festivities kicked off with the Best Buddies Tom Brady Football Challenge and the Guy Cooking with Best Buddies Celebrity Chef Food and Wine Festival.

Join Tom Brady & Challenge Yourself to Change Lives at the 20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation

Boston, May 22, 2019 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that the 20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port , presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, will take place May 31 – June 1st. More than 2,000 people are expected to participate in the Challenge – a charity ride, run, and walk to benefit Best Buddies International.

Anthony K. Shriver and Maria Shriver to Host 3rd Annual Best Buddies Mother’s Day Celebration Featuring Title Sponsor Hublot

Best Buddies is excited to announce its Third Annual Best Buddies Mother’s Day Celebration featuring Title Sponsor Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot. The event will be co-hosted by Best Buddies Founder, Chairman & CEO Anthony K. Shriver and Founder, The Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement, Maria Shriver. The event will take place Saturday, May 11, in Malibu, California.

2019 Best Buddies Friendship Walk in South Florida Raises a Record-Breaking $600,000 for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Miami, April 2, 2019 — On Saturday March 16th, Best Buddies International hosted its 9th annual Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida at Maurice A Ferré Park in Downtown Miami. More than 3,000 people attended the Friendship Walk and the event raised over $600,000 in total donations, a record for the organization!

Bridging the gap: Special Olympics and Best Buddies create global movement to build inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities

Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and supporters from around the world will unite on Wednesday, March 6th for the annual Spread the Word Day.

Best Buddies South Florida to Host Friendship Walk in Downtown Miami

Miami, FL, February 25, 2019 — Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Maurice A Ferré Park in Downtown Miami.

In Celebration of its 30th Anniversary, Best Buddies Launches Inclusive Housing Initiative

To celebrate our 30th Anniversary, we are excited to launch the organization’s newest program, Best Buddies Living. Best Buddies is elevating our mission to meet the significant need for inclusion by establishing a residential living experience for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their peers.

22nd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: Le Cirque de la Nuit and Hublot Best Buddies Challenge: Miami Raise $2.8 million to Support Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

MIAMI, FL., November 19, 2018 – Nearly 700 people attended the 22nd Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: Le Cirque de la Nuit at Mana Wynwood, Florida on Friday, November 16. The star-studded event raised $2.8 million in total donations for Best Buddies International.

15th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola Raises $5 Million for Best Buddies International

San Simeon, CA, September 11, 2018 – The 15th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola raised $5 million, thanks to the incredible commitment of Best Buddies supporters and the generosity of Steve and Barbara Hearst, with their personal gift of $1 million.

Steve Hearst and California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom to Serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of the 15th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola

San Simeon, CA, September 4, 2018 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that Steve Hearst and California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of the 15th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle presented by Pepsi-Cola.

Cold Stone Creamery Announces Third Annual In-Store Fundraiser Benefiting Best Buddies International

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) is happy to announce the return of its nationwide Best Buddies International® Fundraising Promotion during the month of August in honor of its continued partnership with the Best Buddies organization, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

The 29th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference Inspires Thousands of Student Leaders in Bloomington, Indiana

Bloomington, Indiana July 26, 2018 – Over 2,300 student leaders, volunteers, and staff members from Best Buddies International programs around the world participated in the 29th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference: This Is Me on July 20-22 at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.

Student Leaders from Around the World to Unite at the 29th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference in Indiana

Bloomington, Indiana, July 16th, 2018 — Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce the 29th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference: This Is Me in Bloomington, Indiana, on July 20-22.

19th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation Raises $6 Million for People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

BOSTON, June 5, 2018 – This year, over 2,500 people participated in the 19th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, a cycling, run and walk fundraiser from Boston to Hyannis Port, on June 2-3. The Challenge raised $6 million in total donations for Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Join Tom Brady & Challenge Yourself to Change Lives at the 19th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented by Pepsi-Cola And Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation

Boston, May 25, 2018 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that the 19TH Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port , presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, will take place June 1-2.

Best Buddies International Mother’s Day Brunch Hosted by Celebrity Supporter Vanessa Hudgens Raises $300,000 for Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Malibu, CA, May 18, 2018 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), raised $300,000 for its programs at the organization’s Second Annual Mother’s Day Brunch.

Best Buddies International Celebrity Ambassador Vanessa Hudgens to Host Mother’s Day Brunch Benefitting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Malibu, CA, May 1, 2018 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce…

Best Buddies International and Franklin Group Announce Marketing Partnership Agreement

New York City, New York, April 26, 2018 – Franklin Group announced today an official partnership with Best Buddies International, the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Best Buddies South Florida to Host Friendship Ball at Marlins Park

Miami, Florida, April 18, 2018— Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people…

The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy and Qatar Museums launch partnership with Best Buddies Qatar to promote diversity and integration in the community

Doha, QATAR – 15 April 2018 –  In the presence and patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums, Best Buddies Global Ambassador and…

Best Buddies Global Ambassador Tom Brady Visits Qatar to Launch Employment Initiative for Individuals with Disabilities

Miami, April, 7, 2018 — On Sunday, April 15th, Best Buddies Global Ambassador Tom Brady will join the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC), Qatar Museums (QM), and Best Buddies participants in Qatar at the renowned Khalifa International Stadium to…

Best Buddies Friendship Walk in South Florida Raises a Record-Breaking $550,000 for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Miami, March, 19, 2018 — On Saturday March 17th, Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for…

Best Buddies South Florida to Host Friendship Walk in Downtown Miami

Presenting Sponsors are WSVN Channel 7, Celebrity Cruises and Gilda Miami, Florida, Feb. 20, 2018— Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida on Saturday, March 17 at Museum Park in Downtown Miami.

14th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola Raises $4.5 Million For Best Buddies International

San Simeon, CA, September 11, 2017 – The 14th Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola raised $4.5 million for Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship…

Cold Stone Creamery Announces The Second Annual In-Store Fundraiser Benefiting Best Buddies International

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 6, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) announces the return of its nationwide Best Buddies International® Fundraising Promotion […]

STEVE HEARST AND CALIFORNIA LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM TO SERVE AS HONORARY CO-CHAIRS OF THE 14TH BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE: HEARST CASTLE PRESENTED BY PEPSI-COLA

San Simeon, CA, September 1, 2017 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and […]

The 28th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference Inspires Thousands of Student Leaders in Bloomington, Indiana

Bloomington, IN (July 27, 2017) – Over 2,200 student leaders, volunteers, and staff members from Best Buddies International’s programs around […]

Student Leaders from around the World to Unite at the 28th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference in Indiana

Bloomington, Ind. July 6, 2017—This summer a beloved Best Buddies tradition will return to Bloomington, Indiana as the 28th Annual […]

18TH ANNUAL BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE: HYANNIS PORT PRESENTED BY PEPSI-COLA, SHAW’S FOUNDATION AND STAR MARKET FOUNDATION RAISES A RECORD-BREAKING $6 MILLION FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

BOSTON, JUNE 6, 2017 – This year, 2,000 people participated in the 18th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, a […]

JOIN TOM BRADY & CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO CHANGE LIVES AT THE 18TH ANNUAL BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE: HYANNIS PORT PRESENTED BY PEPSI-COLA, SHAW’S FOUNDATION AND STAR MARKET FOUNDATION

Boston, May 31, 2017 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership development […]

BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL TO HOST 2ND ANNUAL GUY COOKING WITH BEST BUDDIES CELEBRITY CHEF FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL AT THE 18TH ANNUAL HYANNIS PORT CHALLENGE

  Guy Fieri’s Cooking with Best Buddies Event Featuring Celeb Chefs and Buddy Sous Chefs Returns to New England to […]

BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND BRUNCH HOSTED BY CINDY CRAWFORD AND KAIA GERBER RAISES $300,000 FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Event Proceeds to Support Best Buddies’ Mission of Friendship and Inclusion   Malibu, CA, May 14, 2017 – Best Buddies […]

BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL GLOBAL AMBASSADOR CINDY CRAWFORD TO HOST MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND BRUNCH BENEFITTING INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Event Proceeds to Support Best Buddies’ Mission of Friendship and Inclusion   Malibu, CA, May 1, 2017 – Best Buddies […]

A&E Network’s Emmy-Award Winning Docuseries “Born This Way” Returns for a Third Season with 10 all new episodes Tuesday, May 16 at 9PM ET/PT

A&E Network’s critically-acclaimed and Emmy® award-winning original docuseries “Born This Way” returns for a third season with back-to-back hour-long episodes on Tuesday, May 16 at 9PM and 10PM ET/PT. New episodes will continue in the 10 PM ET/PT timeslot the following week for the remainder of the season.

The 18th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Sells out in Record Time Thanks to Partnership with Best Buddies Global Ambassador Tom Brady

15-year Tom Brady, Best Buddies Partnership Raises $46.5 Million to Support Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities   Miami, Florida, […]

David Yurman Partners with Best Buddies for Mother’s Day 2017

David Yurman, America’s premier jewelry designer, announces its partnership with Best Buddies, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities, in honor of Mother’s Day, 2017.

Best Buddies South Florida to host Friendship Ball at Marlins Park

Students to Celebrate Friendship and Service to the Best Buddies Mission   Miami, Florida, April 7, 2017— Best Buddies International, […]

Best Buddies International Partners with Shaw’s Foundation and the Star Market Foundation in Support of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is excited to announce that it is partnering with Shaw’s Foundation and the Star Market Foundation in an effort to expand Best Buddies programs throughout the U.S.

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Launches Autism Platform under the El Poder en Ti ‘Tu Salud’ Initiative

El Poder En Ti Initiative Partners with Autism Speaks and Best Buddies International to support Autism Awareness; Telemundo’s Sofia Lachapelle […]

Seventh Annual Best Buddies Friendship Walk in South Florida Raises a Record-Breaking $500,000 for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Presented by Celebrity Cruises, the Florida Panthers Foundation, and WSVN Channel 7 Miami, March, 14, 2017 — On Saturday March […]

Special Olympics and Best Buddies International Celebrate 9th Annual Spread the Word to End the Word® Day on March 1st

The Harris Poll survey findings reveal that over the last nine years, teens more vocal in reinforcing respectful language while […]

Best Buddies South Florida to Host Friendship Walk in Downtown Miami

Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk in South Florida on Saturday, March 11 at Museum Park.

MGM Resorts International Donates $150,000 to Support Best Buddies Nevada’s Jobs Program for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Best Buddies International  is excited to announce a generous donation from MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) of $150,000 to support the Best Buddies Jobs program in Nevada.

Best Buddies International Partners with BMC Switzerland in Support of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

THREE YEAR PARTNERSHIP WILL SUPPORT ALL BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE EVENTS WITH BICYCLES AND ASSISTANCE MIAMI, FL. Jan 6, 2017 – Best […]

Best Buddies International Announces Partnership with National University to Adopt Sanford Harmony

Partnership expands access to innovative social emotional learning program, which is based on the vision of philanthropist T. Denny Sanford, […]

20th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: Rock Legends Raises $2.5 Million to Support Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

MIAMI, FL., November 19, 2016 – A total of 800 people attended the 20th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: Rock […]

BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL LAUNCHES BEST BUDDIES MOBILE

Miami, FL, November 1, 2016 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership […]

20th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: Rock Legends

Gala to Celebrate Best Buddies International’s Mission and Rock Legends MIAMI, Florida, November 2, 2016 – Best Buddies International, a […]

13th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola Raises more than $4.5 Million for Best Buddies International

Carmel, CA, September 12, 2016 – More than 2,000 people took part in the13th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle […]

Steve Hearst and California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom to Serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of the 13th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola

Carmel, CA, September 6, 2016 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership […]

Cold Stone Creamery Launches Best Buddies International Partnership with Nationwide Fundraising Promotion

Proceeds from Best Buddies Stickers Will be Donated to the Organization SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – (August 1, 2016) Cold Stone Creamery® […]

27th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference Inspires Thousands of Student Leaders in Bloomington, Indiana

Presented by the A&E Network Bloomington, IN (July 26, 2016) – Over 2,300 student leaders, volunteers, and staff members from […]

Student Leaders from Around the World to Unite at the 27th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference

Bloomington, Ind. (July 14, 2016) – Summer vacation will hold a special meaning for more than 2,200 student leaders, volunteers, […]

A&E Network’s Award-Winning Docu-series “Born This Way” Returns for a Second Season July 26 at 10pm ET/PT

NEW YORK, NY – June 21, 2016 – A&E Network’s critically acclaimed and award-winning original docuseries “Born This Way” returns […]

17th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented By Pepsi-Cola and Santander Bank Raises $5.5 Million for Best Buddies International

BOSTON, JUNE 6, 2016 – More than 2,500 people participated in the 17th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, a […]

Join Tom Brady at the 17th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Presented by Pepsi-Cola and Santander Bank

 Boston, June 1, 2016 – Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership training […]

6th Annual Best Buddies South Florida Friendship Walk Raises more than $400,000 for Individuals with IDD

Benefiting Best Buddies International Miami, April, 29, 2016 — on Saturday April 23, Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded […]

Best Buddies South Florida To Host Friendship Walk in Downtown Miami

Benefiting Best Buddies International Miami, March 23, 2016 – Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony […]

Park West Gallery donates to conservation and betterment

Park West Gallery has donated $50,000 to both the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation and Best Buddies International. The Guy Harvey […]

19th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT Raises $2.5 Million for Best Buddies International

MIAMI, November 23, 2015 – A total of 900 people attended the 19TH Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at the […]

19th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala: BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Gala to Celebrate Best Buddies International’s Global Student Volunteer Movement MIAMI, Nov. 17, 2015 – Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking […]

A&E PARTNERING WITH BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL TO RAISE AWARENESS AND ENCOURAGE OPPORTUNITES FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 11, 2015 – A&E Network will premiere the new original docu-series “Born This Way,” following a […]

Maria Shriver and Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom to Return as Honorary Co-Chairs of the 12th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle

“In my 12th and final year as the Chair of the Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle, I am so incredibly […]

The 26th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference Packs in Loads of Fun for Student Leaders in Bloomington, Indiana

The 26th Annual Best Buddies International Leadership Conference Packs in Loads of Fun for Student Leaders in Bloomington, Indiana Presented […]

Leaders from Around the World To Unite in the Name of Inclusion at the 26th Annual Best Buddies Internal Leadership Conference in Bloomington, Indiana

This year’s conference participants are IN to join the movement of inspired leaders who will gather from around the world […]

16th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Raises MORE THAN $5 Million for Best Buddies International

Tom Brady spent lots of quality time bonding with the buddies this weekend – playing in the game and racing […]

Join Tom Brady and Challenge Yourself to Change Lives at the 16th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port

“Best Buddies is a fantastic organization with a great message to spread, and I am so proud to support their […]

Join Miss USA and Miss Teen USA for the 3rd Annual Ride with Soul Event Benefiting Best Buddies International

“We are so excited to partner up with SoulCycle and Miss Universe again in New York City. It’s a great […]

MGM Resorts International Announces Best Buddies Partnership to Promote Employment Opportunities for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

With the help of a $120,000 MGM Resorts donation, spanning 2014 and 2015, Best Buddies Nevada will support a candidate […]

Hollywood Actress Vivica. A. Fox Wins $50,000 On Celebrity Apprentice; Actress Donates Funds to Best Buddies International

As the project manager of the victorious team for the Luvo challenge, Vivica was able to bring home $50,000 for […]

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