An e-Newsletter from Best Buddies Florida
dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
Volume 2, Issue 1
February 2010 |
EVENTS | SPONSOR | NEWS | VOLUNTEER | THANK YOU | DONATE
Business Buddies
| Orlando: |
03/02 | 6:00-8:00pm | Scruffy Murphy's |
| Tampa: |
03/11 | 5:30-9:00pm | Mangroves |
Best Buddies Day
| Broward: |
03/07 | 10:00am - 1:00pm | Brian Piccolo Park Velodrome |
| Orlando: |
03/13 | 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Colonial Lanes |
| Miami: |
03/20 | 9:00am - 2:00pm | Bird Bowl Bowling Center |
| Tampa: |
03/20 | 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Pin Chasers |
| Jacksonville: |
03/27 | 10:00pm - 1:00pm | University of North Florida |
Friendship Ball
| Broward: |
05/01 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Crowne Plaza Sawgrass |
| Tampa: |
05/02 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | India Cultural Center |
| Jacksonville: |
05/02 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Crowne Plaza Riverfront |
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Participants in Best Buddies Broward’s 2010 Best Buddies Day Walk and Friendship Festival will be treated to a delicious lunch provided by Pollo Tropical. This annual event, held on March 7, 2010 at Brian Piccolo Park in Cooper City, will be a fun filled day of festival activities showcasing the program participants in middle and high school chapters across Broward County as well as the adult Citizens program.
After the Friendship Five-Lap, and in between visits to the chapter and community booths, over 400 Best Buddies Day attendees will enjoy a hearty lunch of rice, chicken and beans.
Best Buddies Broward is thrilled and grateful for Pollo’s Tropical’s generosity and support and hope that this will be a tradition for Best Buddies Days for years to come.
For more information on Pollo Tropical, please visit their website at http://www.pollotropical.com |
| NEWS: WHAT'S HAPPENING IN FLORIDA? |
Middle School, High School and College Program Spotlight
Edgewater High School has a record of winning the “Best Buddies International Outstanding Chapter Award” on four different occasions. Though they were recognized many times for their great achievements, they continue to strive for perfection...
Volunteer Spotlight
Every once in a while, a group will get a volunteer that really shines- someone who proves their dedication and loyalty time and time again. Best Buddies Jacksonville is fortunate to have a few of these amazing volunteers but one continues to shine over and over....
Jobs Program Spotlight
When working as a page at the capitol a few summers ago, Anna never dreamed that she would return one day as a state employee...
Employee Spotlight
Kimmie Carter recently celebrated her two and a half year anniversary with Best Buddies. In December and January she received two sets of recognition, receiving a “Florida Program Manager of Year Award” and a “Program Manager of the Year Award” from Best Buddies International. In accepting the award in Miami, Kimmie gave an eloquent thank you, sharing that her success is made possible by the satisfaction from serving Best Buddies. Coffee may be the only thing that she is more grateful for...
Best Buddies Welcomes New State Director
Sandra Wilt joined Best Buddies Florida as the new State Director in October 2009 after spending the past 15 years working as a consultant to non-profit organizations. Her consulting focus was on leading capital campaigns for projects ranging from $2 to $11 million. She also assisted organizations such as the Salvation Army, Boys & Girls Clubs, and Health Centers in Schools revamp their programs and organizational structures. Prior to becoming a consultant, Sandra held the position of Executive Director for Goodwill Industries in both Indianapolis, IN and north Florida...
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Whether you like to bowl or walk, Best Buddies Florida has an event for you! Best Buddies Day is our premier annual community event which brings together Best Buddies participants with and without intellectual disabilities and their families, as well as businesses throughout the state. Each event includes a walk-a-thon or bowl-a-thon with a special twist: “Double Decades” themed carnival-style activity booths designed by participating school chapters accompanied by lunch and entertainment.
Best Buddies Day is held annually in conjunction with Best Buddies Awareness Month, raising awareness about our mission while also celebrating the friendships that have been made possible through our six programs. All proceeds from these local events directly benefit Best Buddies programs in those areas. To start or join a team, support a participant, or become a corporate sponsor, visit www.bestbuddiesflorida.org/bbday |
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In January 2010 Disney launched its volunteering campaign, “Give a Day. Get a Disney Day.” in which people can donate their time to worthwhile causes and in return receive a complimentary pass to one of the Disney theme parks.
Best Buddies Florida is participating in this program and invites you to volunteer your time with Best Buddies. Each of the five Best Buddies offices has volunteer opportunities available for their Best Buddies Day, a community-wide event that celebrates the friendships made through their programs.
Visit your local Hands On Network page or contact the Best Buddies office near you for volunteer opportunities. Best Buddies Florida has offices in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Broward and Jacksonville. |
| THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! |
Best Buddies Florida would like to thank the following foundations and organizations for their support:
Bank of America supporting the High School Friendship Project in Broward, FL
Visit our donation form to donate to Best Buddies Florida to support our programs!
CONTACT US:
Best Buddies Florida | 1516 East Colonial Drive, Suite 306 | Orlando, FL 32803
p: 407-898-0787 | f: 407-898-1281 | florida@bestbuddies.org
visit www.bestbuddiesflorida.org
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