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Fill out the form on this page to tell CNN about someone you know who qualifies as a hero.
(Note: This is not a vote. Please do not nominate the same person more than once.)
*Required fields marked with asterisks.
First, please tell us a little bit about yourself.
*First name:
*Last name:
*City:
*State/Province:
ZIP code:
*Country:
E-mail address:
Phone number:
*Date of birth:
*How long have you known the person you are nominating as a CNN Hero?
*What is your relationship to your nominee?
Either an e-mail address or phone number is required.
Please note: CNN may contact you for more information about your nominee.

Next, please tell us about the person you are nominating to be a CNN Hero.
*First name:
*Last name:
*City:
*State/Province:
ZIP code:
*Country:
E-mail address:
Phone number:

Either an e-mail address or phone number is required.
Age:
25 and under
26-49
50+
*Select a category: (What is This?)
Championing Children
Community Crusader
Defending the Planet (environment)
Everyday Superhero
Medical Marvel
Protecting the Powerless
Young Wonder (25 or under)
*When did your nominee's accomplishment occur?:
January 1, 2009 - present
Before January 1, 2009, but ongoing





Note: For consideration as a 2009 CNN Hero, at least some portion of your nominee's activity must occur on or after January 1, 2009.
*Why does your nominee deserve recognition as a CNN Hero in this category? Please describe in detail your nominee's specific accomplishment and what was involved in achieving it. Be sure to include the dates of the activities.
(200 word maximum)

*How have your nominee's efforts made a difference for the better? Please describe their impact, potential impact and how they have inspired others.
(100 word maximum)


*Is there a specific incident or turning point that motivated your nominee to take action? (100 word maximum)
Is there anything else that makes your nominee exceptional or unique? (100 word maximum)
By submitting your nomination you agree that you have read and accept and agree to be subject to the legal disclosures and hereby consent to receive an automatic response email confirming your nomination has been received.




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