BREAKING: The finalists for the 2025 Anthem Awards have been announced, featuring high-profile names like Andrew Garfield and Katie Couric. This year’s contenders, revealed exclusively by The Hollywood Reporter, include notable organizations such as Sesame Workshop, the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, Google, and Paramount Pictures. The awards, presented by the Webby Awards, honor impactful work driving social change globally.
The Anthem Awards celebrate individuals and organizations with a mission to create meaningful change. With over 2,000 submissions from 42 countries, finalists were selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences (IADAS). This fifth year of the awards highlights an “unwavering commitment to progress and positive change,” especially crucial as many nonprofits and advocacy groups face funding challenges.
Anthem Awards general manager Patricia McLoughlin emphasized the importance of this year’s finalists, stating, “We are celebrating and honoring the true changemakers that are pushing humanity forward, especially amid current challenges.” The finalists exemplify hope, compassion, and inclusivity, showcasing the power of united action in making a difference.
Among the judges are influential leaders such as Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association, and Miguel Castro, head of global media partnerships at the Gates Foundation. Winners will be recognized in gold, silver, and bronze categories, with results announced on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
Additionally, the public can engage by voting for the Anthem Community Voice Awards, which honors entries with the most community support across media types. Voting is open until Thursday, Oct. 30.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the winners’ “Call to Action Speech” in the Anthem winners gallery. The excitement surrounding the Anthem Awards promises to inspire and motivate as these leaders and organizations continue to drive change in a challenging world.
Stay tuned for updates on the winners and their impactful initiatives!
