DR. RICARDO PUN-CHONG: 2018 CNN HERO OF THE YEAR
Ricardo's nonprofit offers families from remote villages a caring home and support while their children undergo medical treatment in Lima, Peru.
2018 ARCHIVE
CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute
"Because people believe in us"
Watch Ricardo's big moment
2018's Top 10 Heroes
CNN Heroes: Top 10 revealed
These remarkable individuals were honored during the 12th annual 'CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.' FULL STORY
And the Top 10 are ...
"Congratulations! You're a Top 10 Hero!"
Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin
Maria Rose Belding
Rob Gore
Luke Mickelson
Susan Munsey
Florence Phillips
Ricardo Pun-Chong
Other 2018 Heroes
Young Wonders
Melati and Isabel Wijsen
Teen sisters Melati and Isabel Wijsen created Bye Bye Plastic Bags, a youth movement to help their home island of Bali become plastic bag-free.
Max Bobholz
In memory of his coach, Max Bobholz, 18, collects and distributes baseball equipment for children in Kenya through his nonprofit, Angels at Bat.
Sonika Menon
Sonika Menon, 15, and her Birthday Giving Program help bring parties to children, people with disabilities and senior citizens who might not otherwise get to celebrate.
Liam Hannon
Liam Hannon, 12, spreads kindness and care to people experiencing homelessness. Through Liam's Lunches of Love, he makes and delivers homemade meals and positive messages.
Where are they now?
CNN Heroes caught up with six Young Wonders from past years to see how they -- and their efforts -- have grown.
