Who can be nominated?

Students in grades 11 and 12 who reside in Alabama (who are not over 18), and who currently attend an Alabama public, private, or parochial school.

How do I nominate someone?

Please visit our nominate a hero page.  You can nominate your hero online or print the nomination form, fill it out and mail it to Young Heroes Nomination, Alabama Public Television, 2112 11th Ave. S., Suite 400, Birmingham, AL 35205.

What is the criteria for selecting the honorees?

The Young Heroes Board is looking for students who have excelled in academics, given of themselves through school involvement and community service, and — most importantly — succeeded in the face of extraordinary difficulty or hardship.

How many students will be honored?

At least 2 students will be honored this year.

What do honored students receive?

Each student selected as a Young Hero will receive a $10,000 scholarship and other prizes.