BEST BUDDIES AT UC DAVIS

Friendships that matter.

Fostering social and economic inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

Our Mission

Best Buddies at UC Davis is a chapter of the global nonprofit Best Buddies International, which promotes social and economic inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We envision a world in which programs like Best Buddies are no longer needed because people with IDD are completely included in their communities.

Featured Events

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Buddy Info Night

October 13, 2024

During this meeting, with will go over the expectations for Buddies (community members with IDD) in the club. Join us on Saturday, October 12th at 7 PM to learn more! This event is open to current Buddies (who have already submitted an application) and those who are interested, but have not applied yet. Zoom info: https://ucdavis.zoom.us/j/9858839113

Peer Buddy Social

October 14, 2024

Join us on Zoom on Sunday, October 13th at 7 PM to learn more about Best Buddies. This event is geared toward UC Davis students who are interested in being match with a community member with IDD. Peer Buddies will get to meet one another and the officers will go over the expectations for club members. Zoom info: https://ucdavis.zoom.us/j/9858839113

Best Buddies Match Party

October 21, 2024

Join us on October 20th from 1-3 PM for Best Buddies' annual Match Party, where buddy pairs will get the opportunity to meet and get to know each other! The party will be held at 49 College Park. You must RSVP by October 19th in order to attend.

Announcements

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How to join Best Buddies

September 26, 2024

Make a difference today and be part of this incredible journey toward a more inclusive future! Sign up by clicking the link below.

Member Spotlight

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Two women stand in the center of a purple cardboard frame that says "Best Buddies" in white text. They are wearing black Friendship Walk t-shirts.  In the background is a white curtain with the Best Buddies logo in a repeating pattern.

Coming Soon... New for Spring Quarter!

Best Buddies will choose a new member or buddy pair to spotlight every month. Members may receive recognition for buddy pair hangouts, Friendship Walk participation, donations, and more.

Two women stand in the center of a purple cardboard frame that says "Best Buddies" in white text. They are wearing black Friendship Walk t-shirts.  In the background is a white curtain with the Best Buddies logo in a repeating pattern.