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
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
Movie Social
February 24, 2025
Join us on Sunday, March 23rd from 1-3:30 PM for a movie, snacks, and socializing at True Connections (405 L Street, Davis). Please RSVP and vote for your top movie choice by clicking the link below.
Slime-Making with NAMI
March 3, 2025
Join us on Sunday, March 2nd from 1-3 PM at True Connections to learn how to make slime! We'll also have plenty of supplies for other arts and crafts. Members of UC Davis' National Alliance for Mental Illness will also be joining us and can provide resources to anyone who wants them. RSVP below.
Announcements
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.
Join our Friendship Walk team!
February 20, 2025
Date: Sunday, April 26th, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM - 12 PM Location: North Natomas Regional Park Join us in walking toward a more inclusive tomorrow. Since 2009, the Best Buddies Friendship Walk has been the leading event in the country raising funds and awareness for the inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Joining our team or making a donation today is an investment in tomorrow — a world where people with IDD are fully accepted and integrated into society. Every dollar raised at the Friendship Walk goes toward local friendship, employment, and leadership development programs. These programs are life-changing, and your donation will be too! Even if you can't donate, we encourage you to join us at the walk (it's free)! All are welcome to join our walk team -- you don't have to be a UC Davis student or Best Buddies member.
Member Spotlight
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.