Barron Prize Celebrates 25 Years Over the past twenty-five years, the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes has honoured hundreds of young people from across the US and Canada who have addressed a wide range of important issues and made a meaningful impact on the world. Established in 2001, the prestigious Barron Prize annually honours 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people, their communities, and the planet. Fifteen top winners each receive $10,000 to support their service work or higher education. Barron Prize winners have helped the hungry and the homeless, invented lifesaving technologies, protected endangered species, addressed climate change, and improved literacy, among other initiatives. They have raised more than $31 million for their causes and have inspired countless people by their example. Many of the young heroes have continued their environmental and humanitarian work into adulthood. The online application for the 2025 awards cycle is now open. To learn more and apply online for 2025, visit: barronprize.org.