History
Best Buddies was founded in 1989 by Anthony Shriver, son of the creator of the Special Olympics Eunice Kennedy Shriver. Anthony Shriver started this organization after recognizing potential in University students to broaden the opportunities that peoples with intellectual disabilities should experience. From one school, this program has grown into one of the leading non- profit organizations. This program is operative in all 50 states here in the United States, as well as in 50 countries internationally and even 6 continents. Best Buddies at Florida State University was founded by Anthony Shriver himself in 1990. Florida State University won most outstanding FL college chapter 2010-2011 and 2011-2012. Florida State University also won the international outstanding chapter 2009-2010.
Best Buddies is an International Non-Profit Organization that Promotes equality and one-on-one friendships with those with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Best Buddies is an International Non-Profit Organization that Promotes equality and one-on-one friendships with those with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ways to be involved
College Buddy: To be partnered with a person who has a intellectual or developmental disability. This person would make a commitment to seeing their buddy at least two times a month and having contact with them at least once a week.
Associate Member: A person who may not have the time to commit to a one-on-one friendship, but is an active member in the club. Comes to meetings and events and is part of one of the many committees within the club.
Volunteer: A person or organization whom might not be interested in being an active member of the organization, but would like to help at events.
Associated Schools
FSU: All College Buddies and Associate Members must attend Florida State University.
Lively: A transitional program that teaches skills to help students with intellectual and developmental disabilities transition into the work force.( ages 18+)
500 Appleyard Dr Tallahassee, FL 32304
Gretchen: A school that specializes in teaching students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. ( ages 15+)
2750 Mission Road Tallahassee, FL 32304
Lively: A transitional program that teaches skills to help students with intellectual and developmental disabilities transition into the work force.( ages 18+)
500 Appleyard Dr Tallahassee, FL 32304
Gretchen: A school that specializes in teaching students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. ( ages 15+)
2750 Mission Road Tallahassee, FL 32304