The Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration in Florida is an annual event that honors individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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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.
Over the 4th of July weekend, Best Buddies International hosted its Champion of the Year fundraiser at Hotel Jerome with the theme of a Gala en Blanc. Founded in 1987 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver when he was a student at Georgetown University, the organization has been dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) since the beginning.
Best Buddies International is thrilled to present its Best Buddies Challenge: Miami and the 25th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala on Friday, November 17.
Grace Davis—a life-long Vestavia Hills resident, employee at both Gigi’s and The Pants Store and Auburn Eagles graduate—has always been known for her love of style and bringing joy to others. After being asked to participate in the Best Buddies program in November 2024, Grace couldn’t have predicted the opportunities that awaited her.
SUNRISE, Fla. — As you probably know, every member of the Florida Panthers has the chance to spend a day with the Stanley Cup. Well, Local 10 got to tag along with groups of Best Buddies, the Special Olympics, and the Panthers adaptive hockey group!
Eichel is one of the best hockey players on the planet. It’s given him a voice and he’s not afraid to use it for himself or others. Giving back is as much a part of his game as his ability to skate, shoot or pass.