BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE: NEW YORK

CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO CHANGE LIVES

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 | NYC to the Hudson Valley

CYCLE

100, 72, or 33-miles with cycling legends Chris Froome & Alberto Contador.

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SUPPORT

Best Buddies programs for inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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CELEBRATE

With a hot shower, massage, gourmet luncheon, open bar, and a private concert at Glenmere Mansion.

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FROM NYC TO THE GLENMERE MANSION IN HUDSON VALLEY

DOMESTIQUES ENSURE ALL RIDERS CROSS THE FINISH LINE

MEET THE PRO-CYCLISTS YOU’LL BE RIDING ALONGSIDE

You've crossed the finish line - time to celebrate!

The Ultimate Experience

Don’t just take our word for it

“I have ridden charity events all around the world but Best Buddies truly impressed me. They produce perhaps the safest, smoothest and, best-organized events I’ve ever ridden.”

Alberto Contador

Multiple Grand Tour Winner

“The Best Buddies Challenge is an awesome opportunity for you to connect with others who feel motivated to support an organization like Best Buddies. If you ever have the opportunity to ride, volunteer, or participate in the Challenge in some way, I would recommend it!”

Angelo Santiago

Best Buddies Program Participant

Top Fundraisers

On event day, the top 25 individuals will receive special designated yellow bib numbers to highlight their outstanding fundraising accomplishments.

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Social media icons for Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn with the hashtag #BestBuddiesChallenge.

Social Media Tips

Tips and resources for using social media to reach donors.

MISSION PROFILES

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MISSION PROFILES

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Supporting Best Buddies

All funds raised benefit Best Buddies International, the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.

The IDD community that Best Buddies serves individuals with IDD and their families. The IDD community includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, and other undiagnosed disabilities.