We asked our 2025 CNN Heroes what they are hopeful for in the new year... Don't forget -- you still have a week to support any or all of these amazing heroes and their orgs -- while the Elevate Prize Foundation is matching donations up to 50k per hero -- only through January 4th. Just click 'Donate' at CNNHeroes.com or visit https://www.pledge.to/cnn-heroes-2025 to help our heroes help others! Animal Rescue Corps Every Day Action First Responder Therapy Dogs Indiana Prison Writers Workshop South

For 19 years, CNN Heroes has celebrated the best of humanity, but the story doesn’t end when the cameras turn off. To fuel the Heroes’ momentum, CNN Heroes teamed up with the Elevate Prize Foundation, offering nonprofit training to amplify their impact. Earlier this year, the Top Heroes of 2024 reunited at Elevate’s Make Good Famous Summit in Miami -- connecting with fellow changemakers and sharpening the skills they need to take their missions even further. Learn more about all our heroes at CN

Each of this year's Top 5 CNN Heroes offer advice on making an impact - big or small. You can help any or all of them by donating via Pledge at CNN.com/Heroes or text HEROES to 707070 (in the USA). The Elevate Prize Foundation is matching donations up to 50k per hero through January 4th. Stream CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute on the CNN app or CNN.com with an All Access plan or your TV provider #CNNHeroes #ElevatePrize | CNN Heroes