November 7, 2009 Giving Thanks Gala: Honoring Senator Tom Harkin Des Moines, Iowa
Best Buddies Iowa will honor Senator Tom Harkin at the 3rd Annual Giving Thanks Gala for dedicating much of his career to being an advocate for people with disabilities.
The evening will begin at 6 p.m. at Hy-Vee Hall at the Iowa Events Center and will include live jazz music and cocktail reception, silent/live auction, dinner, and brief program. Tickets are $75 per person.
All proceeds from the evening benefit Best Buddies Iowa, a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
To purchase tickets or tables, please visit www.bestbuddiesiowa.org/gala or contact the Best Buddies Iowa office.
For information on volunteer or sponsorship opportunities please contact:
April 25, 2009 Best Buddies Iowa Friendship Frolic Walk Jordan Creek Town Center - West Des Moines, Iowa
The 3rd Annual Friendship Frolic walk will bring together high school and college program participants and community supporters from across the state of Iowa Saturday, April 25th.
The walk will commence at 10 a.m. at Jordan Creek Town Center lake in West Des Moines.
Participants will enjoy a mile friendship walk, live music, food, and activities. Miss Iowa USA and Miss Iowa Teen USA will be in attendance to greet walkers.
This event is open to the public.
Best Buddies Iowa Phone: (515) 282-6218
November 14, 2008 Giving Thanks Gala: Honoring Drake University and President David Maxwell Des Moines, Iowa
Honorary Co-Chairs: Michael Gartner & Linda Grandquist
Best Buddies Iowa will honor Drake University and President David Maxwell as the Spirit of Friendship Award recipient for Drake University’s outstanding efforts to support people with intellectual disabilities in Iowa.
The evening will begin at 6 p.m. and will include live jazz music and cocktail reception, silent/live auction, dinner, and brief program. Tickets are $75 per person.
All proceeds from the evening benefit Best Buddies Iowa, a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
May 3, 2008 Friendship Frolic Copper Creek Lake at Pleasant Hill, Iowa
9:00am - 9:45am | 9:45am | 10:00am | After Walk |
Pre-Walk Warm-Up
Registration
Walk Begins
Awards Ceremony and Lunch
Join supporters from across the state to help raise awareness and funds for Best Buddies Iowa's high school and college programs.
ADDRESS:
Copper Creek Lake Park
4400 E. University Avenue
Pleasant Hill, IA 50317
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
$25.00 fund raising minimum
Includes walker registration fee, official Best Buddies Iowa Friendship Frolic t-shirt and lunch!
For more information, contact:
Best Buddies Iowa Phone: (515) 282-6218
November 17, 2007 Giving Thanks Gala: Honoring Former Lieutenant Governor Sally Pederson Wells Fargo at Jordan Creek, Iowa
Best Buddies Iowa honored former Lieutenant Governor Sally Pederson as the Spirit of Friendship recipient for her work supporting people with disabilities on Saturday, November 17, 2007. All proceeds from the evening benefited Best Buddies Iowa, a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
The Best Buddies Iowa Staff and Advisory Board would like to thank our 2008 Giving Thanks Gala Sponsors, company supporters, attendees, and volunteers for making this event a huge success!
Friendship Sponsor
Farmers Mutual Hail
Buddy Sponsor
Heartland Financial Resource Group
Media Sponsor
The Business Record
Printing Sponsor
Allegra Print and Imaging
March 8, 2008 Best Buddies Midnight Madness: Cornell College Mount Vernon, Iowa
Ye be warned! Best Buddies' Midnight Madness is an off-the-wall scavenger hunt with teams consisting of 6-10 players representing numerous organizations on a quest that ends with a concert and/or DJ'd party open to all students on campus.
