Info Night at the Y!
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 17
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Eugene Family YMCA Don Stathos Campus | Kalapuya Community Room
What to Expect:
Join us for an evening full of fun, connection and crafting while learning about Best Buddies: the largest international organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of people with individual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
- Learn about the Best Buddies mission and vision for building inclusion in the Eugene/Springfield area.
- Discover how Buddy Matching works and how friendships can change lives.
- Explore ways the community can support individuals with IDD through Best Buddies programs.
- Plus, enjoy a hands-on crafting activity that sparks creativity and conversation.
Bring your questions, meet others who care about inclusion and find out how you can get invovled with Best Buddies. Registration required.
About Best Buddies
Mission
"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, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)."
Who Best Buddies Serves
"Best Buddies serves individuals with IDD and their families. The IDD community includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, and other undiagnosed disabilities."
Best Buddies Programs
"Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families."
