Kid of the Year nominee Orion Jean is always searching for ways to help others. He's one of five finalists for Kid of the Year.

Kid of the Year nominee Mina Fedor is a young activist speaking out against racism aimed at Asian Americans.

Lino Morrero is a young inventor solving everyday problems. He's one of five finalists for Kid of the Year.

Samirah Horton, or DJ Annie Red, stands up to bullying. She's one of five finalists for Kid of the Year.

Cash Daniels is an environmental activist. He's also one of five finalists for Kid of the Year.

TIME’s Kid of the Year honor recognizes young people who are making a positive impact in their community. Along with winner Gitanjali Rao, four honorees were selected with the help of a committee of influential kids. Read about them here.

Eleven-year-old Orion Jean has been selected as Kid of the Year. He leads campaigns to help people in need.

Out of more than 5,000 nominees, Gitanjali Rao won the top honor to become TIME's first-ever Kid of the Year.