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

2. 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

3. 25 Years of Friendship

4. References http://www.eunicekennedyshriver.org/articles/article/468

5. 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

6. 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.)

7. 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.”

8. 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

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

10. 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

11. 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”

12. 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

13. 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.

14. 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

15. 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

16. http://www. bestbuddieschallenge
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