Best Buddies, the international organization founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, is now a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Among its numerous programs and events, the Friendship Walk is one of the organization’s greatest ways for individuals to get involved.
Since 2009, more than 40,000 participants have walked in over 22 states, raising over 3 million dollars for Best Buddies. Participants walk for inclusion, friendship, leadership, and opportunity for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. This month, individuals in the Palm Beach area will have an opportunity to join this community building effort. The Best Buddies Friendship Walk Palm Beach will happen on May 17 at City Place in West Palm Beach. Proceeds from the walk play a fundamental part in funding state Best Buddies programs.
For more information and to register yourself or a team, click here.
