In 2001, Best Buddies International (BBI) made a commitment to enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities around the world by setting a goal to expand our programs into 50 countries by the end of 2010. On January 11, 2010, Best Buddies will kick-off a 50-week Social Media Campaign celebrating the victories we’ve achieved in each of the 50 Best Buddies countries - We Are Best Buddies: Join Our Global Movement!
Throughout the month of November, Benihana will donate 100% of proceeds from the sale of bottled FIJI Water at all 76 U.S. restaurant locations to Best Buddies International, a nonprofit organization with a mission to change the lives of people with intellectual disabilities...
When the 60-plus members of Walter Johnson High School's Best Buddies program gathered for a group meeting Friday morning, they expected a usual day. What they got was anything but...
Imagine job hunting with a developmental disability. David Gauthier, who has cerebral palsy, says he put his challenges aside, as he has done all his life, when he applied to work for Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster...
The winter months in Massachusetts come with snow, holiday celebrations and cold weather. There’s no better way to stay warm all season than by having fun with one of your favorite friends – your Best Buddy! Here are some fun, easy ideas for having a great time this winter!
In September, October, and November, Western Massachusetts Best Buddies events are bursting with creativity! Three events in the Pioneer Valley highlight the magic that is born from self-expression. These events also underscore the importance of including artistic collaboration while working toward full inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities...