“I am so honored by this award,” Daniel said in a statement. “I helped found Best Buddies Kentucky five years ago and I want to give back to an organization that has changed my life.  I have learned to be a strong advocate for myself and others with disabilities, but most of all, I have made special friendships.  I want to expand programs to make friendships possible for everyone. It’s like a dream come true to win this award to show the world how much someone with intellectual and developmental disabilities can accomplish.”