Sunday, October 20, 2013

And the top 10 CNN Heroes of 2013 are ...

After <a href='http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/cnn.heroes/2013.heroes/dale.beatty.html'>Dale Beatty</a>, right, lost his legs in the Iraq war, his community thanked him for his service by helping him build a home. To pay it forward, Beatty co-founded Purple Heart Homes, which has helped build or modify homes for dozens of disabled U.S. veterans. "We wouldn't leave someone behind on the battlefield," Beatty said. "Why would we do it at home?" One of this year's top 10 Heroes will be named CNN Hero of the Year and receive $250,000 to continue their work. <strong><a href='http://www.cnnheroes.com' target='_blank'>Cast your vote now!</a></strong>

(CNN) -- They clean up rivers, build homes for disabled veterans and bring health care to some of the darkest parts of the world.
They help children who are fighting cancer, poverty and a lack of opportunity.
These are the top 10 CNN Heroes of 2013.
For their extraordinary efforts to change the world, each of these everyday people will receive $50,000 and be recognized at "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute," a globally broadcast event that airs December 1.
One of the top 10 will receive an additional $250,000 for their cause if the public chooses them as the CNN Hero of the Year.
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