Founder and chairman of Best Buddies International Feature a Philanthropist: Anthony K. Shriver Founder and chairman of Best Buddies International

Stereotype Viewed very favorably throughout the world for his families celebrity status and mother’s philanthropic interests Coming from a political family, he was raised to be a driven, competitive, and philanthropic minded individual He gained his passion for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities from his mother

25 Years of Friendship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMI5Al5_eJg&feature=em-share_video_user

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Who Inspires this Philanthropist? Mother Eunice Kennedy Shriver: founded Special Olympics “My mother made me want to act, to do something. Both of my parents were committed to social justice.” Father Sargent Shriver: founded the Peace Corps Aunt Rosemary received lobotomy at age 23, spent the rest of her life in an institution

How does this Philanthropist Inspire Others? Known buddies for more than 20 years Involved at ground level of organization Participates in fundraising (bike races, etc.)

How does this Philanthropist Imagine a Better World? Cultivating relationships between people with and without disabilities Experience that “enriches the soul and enriches the heart” There’s a huge vacuum once they get out of school. Getting that social outlet, getting them employment is a critical part of getting them independent.”

What is the Philanthropist’s Mission Statement? “To establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).” Mission statement of Best Buddies International

What are the Philanthropist’s Funding Areas? Individual donors Sale of art merchandise Special events Government grants Foundation funding

How does he Evaluate Organizations that he Currently Gives to? Passion Experience from watching parents Brother has taken over Special Olympics Other siblings involved in philanthropy Connections with others

Attracting Other Philanthropists Shriver is a well-known public figure Friends in high places Attracts many celebrities and high profile professional athletes “The Best Buddies organization mass appeal comes from the want for a greater acceptance of those who are mentally challenged and the ability to create personal relationships with them”

Advocating for the organization Benefit nights and many interactions with high profile clients and supporters Shriver is always working in the communities where organization exists Corporate sponsors include: Silicon Valley Bank Pepsi Best Buddies Challenges throughout the year

Recognition/Legacy Numerous awards and honors Capri Peace Award- 2008 Organization is located in all 50 states and every continent except Antarctica In order to keep people involved and continue to make this organization strong, it needs people of all backgrounds and demographics to get involved and that means that the organization needs to be in Los Angeles just as much as it needs to be in Auburn.

Passing on the philanthropic mindset Mother started Special Olympics; Father started Peace Corps Built his support group around people who had a similar philanthropic mindset Taught his kids from a young age the power of acceptance

Our own Giving Plans Take small steps in the direction of your passions Don’t think that you have to wait until you are established to give your time and money Networking is an important tool you can use to find people who have similar passions See where your money is going by getting involved with the organizations

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