27. Brandon Riggs, 22
At 21, Brandon Riggs founded My Special World, a Phoenix-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering children with special needs through dance, motivational speaking, and inclusive events. A former track athlete and Spirit Director at Desert Vista High School, Brandon has long used performance and positivity to uplift others. His signature program, VIP Night, gives special needs children the red-carpet treatment—complete with limousines and cheering crowds—to celebrate their individuality. Through school assemblies, talent shows, and digital outreach, Brandon promotes inclusion and joy, reminding every child that they are, indeed, special.