Thomas Incoom

Carolina Panthers

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Best Buddies International
“Supporting due to family connection.”
Best Buddies International is building a global movement of inclusion — one friendship, one job, one home at a time. Through connection and community, the organization proves that when people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are seen and supported, everyone benefits. Because when everyone belongs, we all thrive.

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Derrick Barnes is helping Detroit youth unlock confidence and possibility

Derrick Barnes knows what can happen when a young person has someone in their corner. That’s why he’s championing DBG Detroit, a mentorship-powered program where students explore their talents, build confidence, and discover what’s possible. From hands-on support to creative opportunities — including collaborating with a DBG teen on his custom cleats — Derrick is helping the next generation see a future they can truly own.