Best Buddies Connecticut

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 sp

eaking, 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!

🎓 Class of 2026, this one’s for you! 💜Thank you for your leadership, friendship, and dedication to inclusion. You’ve lef...
06/18/2026

🎓 Class of 2026, this one’s for you! 💜

Thank you for your leadership, friendship, and dedication to inclusion. You’ve left a lasting impact on Best Buddies Connecticut, and we are so proud of all you’ve accomplished.

Your future is bright, and your Best Buddies family will always be cheering you on. ✨

If you are a college graduate looking for your next Best Buddies adventure check out our best buddies CT Citizens Program and see if there is one in your area!
https://forms.bestbuddies.org/4895599

Grab your tickets for the most inclusion match of the year! ⚽️🏟️ Best Buddies Leadership Conference Registration is due ...
06/15/2026

Grab your tickets for the most inclusion match of the year! ⚽️🏟️ Best Buddies Leadership Conference Registration is due TODAY! If you are a chapter president, officer, or future leader- you can attend to represent YOUR school and community! Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate 💜✨

Register now: www.bestbuddies.org/bblc

🎬✨ Save the Date! ✨🎬The spotlight is shining on an unforgettable evening as we celebrate our 2026 Champion of the Year G...
06/11/2026

🎬✨ Save the Date! ✨🎬
The spotlight is shining on an unforgettable evening as we celebrate our 2026 Champion of the Year Gala: Lights, Camera, Inclusion!
Join us on October 2, 2026 at The Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT as we honor champions who are creating a more inclusive world for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
🍿 Registration begins at 6:30 PM
🎥 Showtime: 8:00 PM
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details!
SaveTheDate

📢Attention student leaders! We have a super fun summer giveaway! ☀️Register to attend Best Buddies Leadership Conference...
06/04/2026

📢Attention student leaders! We have a super fun summer giveaway! ☀️
Register to attend Best Buddies Leadership Conference 2026 by our June 15th deadline and be entered to win a brand new $250 Thule Aion Duffel Bag! Roll up to BBLC in a stylin new carry on bag for your trip! (Winner will be chosen June 16th)
REGISTER TODAY: www.bestbuddies.org/bblc

🎬 Lights, Camera, Inclusion! 💜This year, we’re celebrating the leaders who shine brightest for inclusion—and Champion of...
05/28/2026

🎬 Lights, Camera, Inclusion! 💜
This year, we’re celebrating the leaders who shine brightest for inclusion—and Champion of the Year Candidate nominations are officially open through 6/15.

✨ Ideal Champion candidates are:
• Passionate advocates for the Best Buddies mission and the power of inclusion
• Inspiring leaders who bring people together and spark meaningful action
• Driven changemakers ready to make a lasting impact in their community

Know someone ready to step into the spotlight for inclusion? Nominate them today via link in bio! 🍿🎞️

⚾💙This we have a home run! BBCT members from our Windham and Apple Valley Citizens chapters really knocked it out of t...
05/22/2026

⚾💙This we have a home run! BBCT members from our Windham and Apple Valley Citizens chapters really knocked it out of the park with an afternoon cheering on the UCONN Baseball team together last weekend.
Huge thank you to the for donating tickets and helping make special memories, lots of laughs, and friendship-filled innings possible! 🧢☀️⚾
We’d say this day was a grand slam for friendship! 💜
Want to join in on the fun and make meaningful connections in your community? Visit the link in our bio to sign up for Citizens today and step up to the plate!

Thank you Lionheart Country Club and Hometown Foundation for including us in wonderful “Bloom Bar” night with friends an...
05/14/2026

Thank you Lionheart Country Club and Hometown Foundation for including us in wonderful “Bloom Bar” night with friends and flowers🌸💐

Our Best Buddies Citizens had a wonderful evening designing beautiful bouquets and making even more beautiful memories together. Nothing blooms brighter than friendship, creativity, and community! 💖

Interested in joining Best Buddies Citizens? We’d love to have you! Come join us THIS SATURDAY!!⚾️ Nothing better than b...
05/11/2026

Interested in joining Best Buddies Citizens? We’d love to have you! Come join us THIS SATURDAY!!
⚾️ Nothing better than baseball, community, and unforgettable memories! Join us Saturday, 5/16 for our Citizens event at the UConn Baseball game 💙 Make sure to register everyone in your party before game day — visit the link in bio!

Thank you to the most special women in our community! Happy Mother’s Day 💜🌷☀️
05/10/2026

Thank you to the most special women in our community! Happy Mother’s Day 💜🌷☀️

⭐️This Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to celebrate the incredible educators who go above and beyond every day to cre...
05/07/2026

⭐️This Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to celebrate the incredible educators who go above and beyond every day to create inclusive, supportive, and empowering communities for all students 💜

Thank you to all of our advisors, colleagues, and special mentors in the community- Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful for everything you do for our Best Buddies family! ⭐️

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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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