Best Buddies Connecticut

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Best Buddies Connecticut Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with IDD.

A non-profit organization that provides meaningful opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through one-to-one friendships, supported employment, leadership development and inclusive living. For individuals within this community, Best Buddies helps them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communications skills, and feel valued by society. Best Buddies CT supports thousands of people with and without disabilities across the state. Contact us to get more information on how you can get involved!

💼 Can you work without losing your Social Security benefits?Join Best Buddies CT for a FREE online webinar with Kathy Di...
10/22/2026

💼 Can you work without losing your Social Security benefits?
Join Best Buddies CT for a FREE online webinar with Kathy DiRusso, Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor (CPWIC), to learn the facts about working while receiving disability benefits!
This session is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families!
📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM | Zoom
✨ Leave with answers, confidence, and a better understanding of how work and benefits can work together!

Need lunch plans this weekend? 🥪Grab some Jersey Mike’s today and support Best Buddies! Round up and/or donate $1, $3, o...
10/09/2026

Need lunch plans this weekend? 🥪Grab some Jersey Mike’s today and support Best Buddies! Round up and/or donate $1, $3, or $5 when ordering in-store, online, or through the Jersey Mike’s app to help create friendships and job opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jersey Mike's Subs Best Buddies

Annnd that’s a wrap! 🎬🍿 Champion of the Year 2026 was a night we won’t forget anytime soon! From making b reel memories ...
10/05/2026

Annnd that’s a wrap! 🎬🍿
Champion of the Year 2026 was a night we won’t forget anytime soon! From making b reel memories to stepping up to the spotlight, everyone was a champion by the end of the night! Together our cast of champions raised over $180,000 for inclusion in CT, and put on a blockbuster performance! Congrats to our top team, Team Taylor, for raising $24,000 and advocating for Best Buddies with their heart on their sleeves! We are so greatful to everyone who supported, donated, and came to our event. So proud of all of our teams!
More pics to come soon!

Lights. Cameras. INCLUSION! 🎬🍿❤️

09/28/2026

Would you rather ....? 🎬 We put Josh Felder in the hot seat for a round of movie-themed “Would You Rather” before he takes the spotlight as our Mission Moment at Lights, Camera, Inclusion! 🌟
Join us October 2 to hear Josh’s story and celebrate the friendships and opportunities at the heart of Best Buddies. Tickets are available, and the auction is officially OPEN! Grab your seat and start bidding through the link in our bio. 🍿💙
Lights, Camera, INCLUSION! See you there!

BINGO! 🎉 Last night, our Citizens crew came together at Charter Oak for a night of laughs, friendly competition, and new...
09/23/2026

BINGO! 🎉 Last night, our Citizens crew came together at Charter Oak for a night of laughs, friendly competition, and new connections. That’s what Best Buddies Citizens is all about: creating spaces where adults of all abilities can build lasting friendships. 💜
Thank you, Charter Oak Charter Oak FCU , for welcoming us and making the night so much fun! Who’s ready for a rematch? 👀

09/20/2026

We can’t wait for our LLTD Falling into Friendship Tailgate! Chapter leaders, officers, and members, are invited to our local leadership training day on 9/26 from 9am-1pm at 435 North Brooksvale Road, Cheshire, CT! Don’t forget to bring a chair, and come learn about all things Best Buddies while we share apple c***r donuts and coffee 🍁🎃🫶🏻can’t wait to see you there!



REGISTER NOW AT : https://forms.bestbuddies.org/4904041?eventId=a0VVz00000Gk3XOMAZ

Last year, we boogied the night away—this year, we’re rolling out the red carpet! 🎬✨ The 2026 Best Buddies in Connecticu...
09/18/2026

Last year, we boogied the night away—this year, we’re rolling out the red carpet! 🎬✨ The 2026 Best Buddies in Connecticut Champion of the Year Gala is just TWO WEEKS AWAY, and time is ticking to secure your seat! ⏰
Join us on October 2 at the Aqua Turf Club for Lights, Camera, Inclusion—an unforgettable evening celebrating our Champions and supporting a more inclusive Connecticut. 🌟
🎟️ Don’t wait—get your tickets today through the link in our bio!

Join us for a Best Buddies Jobs Program Info Session! 💼💜 Learn more about our jobs program, employment supports, and how...
09/09/2026

Join us for a Best Buddies Jobs Program Info Session! 💼💜 Learn more about our jobs program, employment supports, and how we help individuals with IDD find and maintain meaningful employment.
📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6:30 PM
📧 Email Liz at [email protected] to register!

💙 Leaders, it’s your time to shine! ✨Join Best Buddies Connecticut for Local Leadership Training Day on September 26th! ...
09/08/2026

💙 Leaders, it’s your time to shine! ✨

Join Best Buddies Connecticut for Local Leadership Training Day on September 26th! 🎉

Let’s kick off the new school year stronger, together! 💪💙

09/04/2026

🎬 Our Champions are stepping into the spotlight and using their voices to create a more inclusive world—one friendship, job and leadership opportunity at a time!

Now it’s your turn to play a starring role: 🌟 support your favorite Champion, make a donation and grab your tickets to Lights, Camera, Inclusion!

Together, we can create a blockbuster future where everyone belongs. 🎟️✨ Link in bio!

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74 Vine Street
New Britain, CT
06052

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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