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

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