Best Buddies Colombia (BBC) is an independent non-profit affiliated to Best Buddies International with presence in more than 50 countries, an organization focused on creating inclusive life opportunities for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). We have worked hard and effectively fostered spaces for social inclusion and volunteering, as well as creating job opportunities for our Buddies in different industries. Through our two programs, we transform the community perception of this kind of disability. Through dignified work and friendship, we improve the life quality of our Best Buddies and their families.

Higher Purpose

Generate inclusive life opportunities for the population with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through value-added partnerships.

PARTNERSHIPS

JOBS

SOCIAL INCLUSION &

VOLUNTEERING

CALENDAR

75 629
59
36

INSTITUTIONS

BUDDIES

800+

320.000+

PARTNER

COMPANIES

PARTICIPANTS

10+

PRINTED COPIES

1'600.000+

CITIES AND

MUNICIPALITIES

VOLUNTEER GROUPS

IMPACTED PEOPLE

Programs

Jobs

Social Inclusion and Volunteering

Generates spaces for Social and Labor development competences of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Buddies), through successful inclusion processes in alliance with private companies.

Promotes friendships between People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Buddies) and people without disabilities (volunteers). This is developed through volunteer groups, in private companies, schools, Colleges.

Calendar (Fundraising)

It is a fundraising strategy that seeks to increase the possibilities of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Buddies).

Every year we showcase the skills of our Buddies thanks to the support of sponsoring companies, the design of Lucho Correa (LIP) and renowned photographers.