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WHEN | Unmasking Inclusion: Thursday, November 12, 2020
Pre-Show + Mixologist Cocktail Demonstration: 6:15 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. EST | Virtual Gala: 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. EST
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WHERE | Virtual - on this page!
WHAT | Join Best Buddies in Kentucky for a memorable night of Unmasking Inclusion, during the Best Buddies Champion of the Year Virtual Gala as we celebrate our champion candidates, ambassadors, supporters, and programs. Treat yourself to a Gala-In-A-Box package while we host our virtual program and announce the 2020 Grand Champion of the Year!
AUCTION PICK UP DETAILS | All physical auction items must be picked up in Louisville on either Monday, November 16th from 2-6 pm, Tuesday, November 17th from 9am-12pm, or Wednesday, November 18th from 2-6pm. The exact location of pick up will be emailed to you after the auction closes. Gift cards and certificates are eligible for shipping at Best Buddies' expense, and larger items are eligible for shipping at the auction item winner's expense. Alcohol cannot be shipped. Thanks!
GALA-IN-A-BOX | Be sure to grab a Gala-In-A-Box, featuring a New Orleans inspired menu: Red Beans n' Rice, NOLA Italian Salad with Olive Salad, Pepperoncinis, Tomatoes, Cucumbers Romano Cheese, & Red Wine Vinaigrette, Jalapeno Cornbread with Whipped Honey Butter, Red Pepper Jam Collard Greens, Boudin Balls with Creole Mustard, and Praline Bread Pudding with Caramel Pecans. *Delivered to your home within a 30 mile radius of downtown Louisville. Orders will close 11/8/20.
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About Best Buddies:
Best Buddies is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Inclusion in a Virtual World:
Many people with IDD have been profoundly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Cut off from school or community relationships, they can be particularly vulnerable to the emotional and logistical difficulties of social isolation. People with IDD are overlooked during times of public emergency, as they are often not in a position to advocate for themselves. Best Buddies is rapidly adapting to ensure that supportive friendships and opportunities for inclusion remain available. Through the use of digital platforms such as Zoom, FaceTime, and other social media outlets, we are implementing virtual events to prove that social distancing doesn't mean social isolation.
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