On Saturday, October 26th, 2024, Manasota BUDS’ 22nd Annual Buddy Walk brought together around 400 attendees for an unforgettable day of fun and community. Hosted at Bayside Community Church in Lakewood Ranch, the event was a huge success! Buddy Walk attendees played carnival games, participated in a 50/50 Raffle and Silent Auction, enjoyed refreshing snow…
Buddy Up Tennis is starting September 28! Brought to you by Manasota BUDS and The Meadows Country Club. Buddy Up Tennis is a 90 minute tennis and fitness program for individuals with Down syndrome, our Athletes. Register at buddyupforlife.org/become-an-Athlete or, if you’re already registered, sign up at buddyupforlife.org/shop. Download the flyer below.
On Saturday, October 28th more than 500 people came out to Manasota BUDS’ 21st Annual Buddy Walk. Hosted at Bayside Community church, the event was a huge success! Buddy Walk attendees enjoyed Buddy Dogs from Monarch Deli, played carnival games, participated in a 50/50 Raffle, a Silent Auction, enjoyed some amazing Snow Cones, and interacted…
Manasota BUDS was recently featured in the Sarasota Observer publication. Lesley Dwyer wrote about the programs and services offered by BUDS and promoted Manasota Bringing Up Down Syndrome’s 21st Buddy Walk. Andrew Riffee, a parent of a Manasota BUD, shared his family’s story and the impact BUDS has made on their family. Click HERE to…
