{"id":177445,"date":"2024-02-08T09:45:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T14:45:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/?p=177445"},"modified":"2024-02-08T09:45:58","modified_gmt":"2024-02-08T14:45:58","slug":"emily-and-leonard-pittsburgh-citizens-match","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/pennsylvania\/emily-and-leonard","title":{"rendered":"Emily and Leonard: Pittsburgh Citizens Match"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;177446&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=h7kuyl0rB0Yhttp:\/\/&#8221;][vc_column_text]In Pittsburgh, a heartwarming story of friendship has blossomed between Leonard and Emily, a new citizen buddy pair match in the Best Buddies Adult Friendship Program. This dynamic duo, paired on the 25th of October last year, has since become inseparable, forming a bond that transcends friendship.<\/p>\n<p>Leonard, a seasoned member of Best Buddies since 2021, welcomed Emily, who recently joined the program, into the fold with open arms. Their connection goes beyond the virtual events organized by Best Buddies; Leonard and Emily have explored various activities together, from art outings to a visit to the Titanic Museum.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-177447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-going-to-the-Titanic.webp\" alt=\"Emily and Leonard going to the Titanic\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-going-to-the-Titanic.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-going-to-the-Titanic-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-going-to-the-Titanic-150x79.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When asked about their partnership, Leonard beamed with enthusiasm, stating, &#8220;Emily is a great friend, and she does wonderful things for Avonworth, where she serves as a school counselor.&#8221; His admiration for Emily&#8217;s contributions to their community highlights the meaningful connections fostered through the Best Buddies program, extending its positive impact beyond the pair itself.<\/p>\n<p>Leonard, reflecting on his journey with Best Buddies, expressed his gratitude, saying,<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>&#8220;Secondly, Best Buddies is a great organization, and I am very glad to have been referred by a former support coordinator almost three years ago!&#8221; <\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This testimonial underscores the significance of Best Buddies in Pennsylvania&#8217;s role in bringing individuals together and fostering genuine connections among its members.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-177448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-at-dinner.webp\" alt=\"Emily and Leonard at dinner\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-at-dinner.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-at-dinner-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bestbuddies.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/2024-PA-Emily-and-Leonard-at-dinner-150x79.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Leonard and Emily&#8217;s story is a testament to the program&#8217;s success in creating meaningful connections that go beyond mere camaraderie, reaching into the very fabric of community engagement.<\/p>\n<p>As the pair continues to thrive in their friendship, the Best Buddies program stands as a beacon of inclusion, exemplified by Leonard and Emily&#8217;s heartening tale. 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