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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Event Proceeds To Support Best Buddies\u2019 Mission Of Inclusion For Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities<\/strong><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”188965″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]PALO ALTO, CA, April 15, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 On April 11-12, Best Buddies International<\/strong>, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support<\/em> for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)<\/em>, hosted the Best Buddies Queen Stage: Palo Alto<\/strong><\/a>, a charity bike ride, that commenced and concluded at the illustrious Rosewood Sand Hill<\/strong> in Menlo Park, CA. The event raised $2 million<\/strong> for Best Buddies programs.<\/p>\n

The event kicked off with the welcome reception on Friday, April 11 at the Rosewood Sand Hill, where guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner and a program hosted by Best Buddies International Founder, Chairman & CEO Anthony Kennedy Shriver<\/strong> that highlighted the achievements of the Best Buddies Global Ambassadors and key supporters. During the welcome reception, Best Buddies Global Ambassadors Joshua Felder<\/strong> delivered an inspiring speech, and Sasha Saunders<\/strong>, performed a song for the audience.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”188981″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]During the reception, Safeway Northern California Division President Karl Schroeder<\/strong> and Safeway executives presented a $395,000<\/strong> donation to Best Buddies during a ceremonial check presentation. Safeway stores in Northern California, Northern Nevada and Hawaii, through its respective Foundation, collaborated with Best Buddies this year to raise awareness and funds at store locations in support of the organization\u2019s mission. Collectively, the regions raised an impressive $395,000 for Best Buddies, which will impact the lives of thousands of program participants.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”188968″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\u201cThe Safeway Foundation prizes our longstanding commitment to our community partners, and Best Buddies is a great example of that relationship,\u201d said Karl Schroeder<\/strong>, president of the Safeway Northern California Division. \u201cWe are honored to provide support to an organization that has been such a vital advocate of people with IDD. The amazing work of Best Buddies is an example of how we all benefit when society provides opportunities to those who are often overlooked or forgotten.\u201d<\/p>\n

On Saturday, April 12, cyclists, led by professional cyclists Alberto Contador<\/strong> and Cam Wurf<\/strong>, took to the start line at the Rosewood Sand Hill for a 70-mile route, which led them through picturesque roads to the breathtaking Skyline Ridge and culminated in the iconic Tunitas Climb, or the scenic 43-mile route, which showcased the beauty of La Honda Creek Preserve and finished on Tunitas.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner offset=”vc_hidden-xs” css=”.vc_custom_1744833446739{margin-bottom: -20px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”189020″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm” css=”.vc_custom_1744833454576{margin-bottom: -20px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”188977″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_single_image image=”188982″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1744834319329{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The inaugural Best Buddies Queen Stage: Palo Alto<\/em> presented by Safeway Foundation was capped off with a post-event luncheon and live entertainment, rounding out a weekend filled with camaraderie, comfort, and cycling passion.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s Challenge sponsors included: Presenting Sponsor:<\/em> Safeway Foundation<\/strong>; Golden Gate Sponsors:<\/em> Hearst<\/strong>, Sutter Health<\/strong>; Pacific Coast Sponsor:<\/em> E. & J. Gallo Winery<\/strong>; Official Bike Sponsor:<\/em> Pinarello<\/strong>; and the Official Coaching Partner of the Best Buddies Challenge: California<\/em>, Talansky Performance Group<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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About Best Buddies<\/u><\/strong>
\nBest Buddies\u00ae<\/sup> is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated\u202fto establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant organization that has grown from one original chapter to nearly 3,000 middle school, high school, and college chapters worldwide. Today, Best Buddies\u2019 12 formal programs \u2014 <\/span><\/span>Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, High Schools, Colleges, Citizens, e-Buddies\u00ae, Jobs, Ambassadors, Promoters, Transitions, Inclusive Living <\/span><\/span>and <\/span><\/span>Eunie\u2019s Buddies<\/span><\/span><\/em>\u2014 engage participants in<\/span><\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/span>each of the 50 states and in 45<\/span><\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/span>countries, positively <\/span>impacting<\/span> the lives of <\/span>nearly one<\/span> million people with and without disabilities around the world.<\/span><\/span> In many cases, as a result of their involvement with Best Buddies, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities secure rewarding jobs, live on their own, become inspirational leaders, and make lifelong friendships. For more information, please visit bestbuddies.org or connect with us via Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> or Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]For media inquiries (including requests for credentials): <\/strong>
\nNicole Maddox
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