Best Buddies

Group of mentors posing

Best Buddies promotes the social inclusion and acceptance of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) by matching Columbia University students with community members who have IDD. Together, our members with and without disabilities launch advocacy efforts, volunteer nearby, and attend bonding events such as picnics, museum outings, baking events, and sports games—volunteer commitment of 1 or 2 outings per month and 1 chapter meeting each month. 

Partner Organizations:
YAI | Seeing Beyond Disability