Best Buddies International

About Best Buddies International

Best Buddies International is the world's largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical, and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1989, it has grown to nearly 3,000 chapters worldwide, impacting over 1.3 million lives across 50 states and 46 countries through various programs.

Products & Services

Friendship Program:Builds one-to-one friendships between people with and without IDD, offering social mentoring to improve quality of life and inclusion.

Integrated Employment (Jobs Program):Secures jobs for people with IDD, enabling them to earn income, pay taxes, and support themselves.

Leadership Development Program:Educates and empowers individuals with and without IDD to become leaders, public speakers, and advocates.

Inclusive Living Program:Provides integrated living opportunities for people with and without IDD to foster vibrant communities.

Family Support Program:Offers resources and support to families raising children with IDD.

Specialties

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Support Social Inclusion Employment Opportunities for IDD Leadership Development for IDD Inclusive Living Solutions Family Support for IDD

Funding History

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#	Type	Amount Fields	Date Fields	Investors
1	RT: Fundraising Event T: - FT: Fundraising Event	A: 7200000 MR: - FA: $7.2 million FAN: 7200000	D: 2024-11-21 FD: 2024-11-21	3 investors

Fundraising Event Latest

2024-11-21

$7.2M

3 investors (Pro only)

Growth Metrics

+45%

Employee Growth

YoY

3.2x

Funding Growth

Last Round

12

Markets

Operating

10K+

Customers

Active

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Team & Leadership

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Jenny Allen

Vice President International

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Jeremiah Angel

Vice President, Web & Database Operations

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Jasmin Beckles

Vice President Data Operations

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John M. Carlin

Vice President, Office of the Chairman

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John Carlin

Vice President, Office of the Chairman

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Missy Collins

Vice President, State Operations

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