Best Buddies is an international organization that matches special needs individuals with people in the community to help enhance their quality of life and allow them to engage in activities they may otherwise be unable to experience. For many of the buddy pairs this includes going to the mall, seeing a movie, grabbing some lunch, or just hanging out. The goal of Best Buddies is to create lifelong and meaningful friendships for both participants and to allow individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities the opportunity to fully participate in their community.