The top 10 CNN Heroes of 2013 each receive $ 50,000 for their efforts to help change the world . This was the seventh year CNN has conducted its annual search for CNN Heroes . They were honored during a special awards show , `` CNN Heroes : A Tribute To Courage The Hero of the Year , chosen by CNN 's global audience , received an additional $ 250,000 .
The top 10 CNN Heroes of 2013 each receive $ 50,000 for their efforts to help change the world . They were honored during a special awards show , `` CNN Heroes : A Tribute To Courage The Hero of the Year , chosen by CNN 's global audience , received an additional $ 250,000 .