Most Inspiring Winners of the Past

Meet the Most Inspiring Winners of the Last 10 Years

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Beliefnet's Most Inspiring Person of the Year, here's a look back at the people who have won the award since 2000. Some were part of the most important events of the last decade, such as 9/11 and the war in Afghanistan. All faced challenging circumstances with remarkable acts of compassion, courage, and selflessness. Their contributions continue to inspire us all.
Meet our past winners now.