When Sharon Matola arrived in Belize, she discovered that most of the nation's schoolchildren couldn't recognize Belize's national animal, the tapir. So she set out to change that -- by creating the country's very first zoo. More »
Not sure how you feel about kids today? We've rounded up a few inspiring under-18s who are sure to change your mind. Learn how they're using printer cartridges, fairy dolls, and cell phones to save the world. More »
Rose Mapendo faced enough horrors to last a lifetime during wartime in Africa. Now, she's working to help her fellow refugees discover a better life. More »
When Brent Burger found out that a family of 10 would soon be homeless, he knew he had to help -- so he bought their house back for them to live in. Just what anyone would do, right? More »
The school that Jeremy Hernandez recently left because he couldn't afford the tuition has offered to pay his way. More »
Jeremy Hernandez's story proves that everyday people can perform extraordinary acts of courage. More »
Scott Southworth traveled to Baghdad as a National Guard captain -- but he returned home as the proud new father of an Iraqi orphan. More »
Sean Swarner has beaten cancer (twice!) and the world's highest mountains. Top that, Lance Armstrong. More »
A New Yorker named Wesley Autrey risks his life to save a man from the subway tracks. More »