Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) 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).
Our Friendship Program is done through the creation of school chapters from elementary to college which pairs individuals with and without IDD in one-to-one friendships. The Integrated Employment program develops partnerships with employers, assists with the hiring process and provides ongoing support to the employee and employer. The Leadership Development programs educate and empower people with and without IDD to become leaders, public speakers and advocates.