There are two kinds of memberships offered- College Buddy and Associate Member:

College Buddies are matched.  For the duration of one school year, they make the commitment to contact (phone, letter, or email) their Buddy once per week and to have two one-to-one visits/outings per month.

 

Associate Members are not matched, however, they support the club by attending outings and spreading the message of Best Buddies.  This is a great option for people who are interested in Best Buddies, but don’t feel prepared to meet the official commitment.

 

Best Buddies CCSU matches college students with people with intellectual disabilities into one-to-one friendships.  In addition, group outings are held monthly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Best Buddies is an international organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.  Best Buddies offers six different programs which include Best Buddies Middle Schools, Best Buddies High Schools, Best Buddies Colleges, Best Buddies Citizens, Best Buddies Jobs, and E-Buddies.

 

 

What is Best Buddies?

Why is Best Buddies Important?

What does the CCSU chapter of Best Buddies do?

What kinds of memberships are available?

In the past, people with intellectual disabilities have not had the opportunity to have friends outside of their own, often isolated, environments.  By becoming a College Buddy, volunteers offer a Buddy the chance to explore life in a new way