2011 CNN Heroes - Vote Now!

CNN heroes are people who are making a difference either in their communities or in communities far away from their own. These are people who have dedicated their lives to improving the lives of others.

Now is the time to vote for your favorite hero who will win the 2011 CNN Hero of the Year Award, plus a cool $250,000. The deadline for voting is December 7th.

In alphabetical order, below is the list of this year's nominees. Click on each name to learn more about each nominee and how they are making the world a better place.

1. Eddie Canales, Gridiron Heroes
2. Taryn Davis, American Widow Project
3. Sal Dimiceli, The Time Is Now To Help
4. Derreck Kayongo, Global Soap Project
5. Diane Latiker, Kids Off The Block
6. Robin Lim, Bumi Sehat Foundation International
7. Patrice Millet, FONDAPS
8. Bruno Serato, Caterina's Club
9. Richard St. Dennis, World Access Project
10. Amy Stokes, Infinite Family

Click here to vote now for the Hero who inspires you the most.