The Barron Prize: Winners: Testimonials

	"The snowball effect of winning the Barron Prize has been incredible. The number of visitors to my web site has jumped from 50,000 to 300,000 in the four months since I won the prize. Also, the Los Angeles Times article that you arranged was picked up by a number of other publications, from a German newspaper to a Chinese Internet daily. I soon got lots of support from all corners of the world." —Ellie, 2004 winner and founder of www.RepeatAfterUs.com, a web site that provides copyright-free literature and accompanying audio clips for people learning English as a second language.
	"Nothing I can say can truly do justice to just how much I appreciate the incredible support you have given AfricAid. Because of the Barron Prize, countless opportunities have come our way. The initial $2,000 award and all the publicity allowed AfricAid to transition from a small organization to one that now has enormously expanded its reach." —Ashley, 2001 winner and founder of AfricAid, a non-profit organization working to provide African girls with educational opportunities.
	"We are so happy and honored to have been chosen to receive the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Media attention focusing on our work helps to validate our cause. Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to speak out about ending gun violence." —Niko and Theo, 2002 winners and brothers who work tirelessly to reduce gun violence in and around Los Angeles.
	"It was indeed an honor to be selected for such a prestigious award. The Barron Prize money will enable me to attend East Carolina University in the fall of 2004 to pursue a career in medicine. Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness." —Reonda, 2003 winner who led her Girl Scout troop and community in constructing a Habitat for Humanity home built entirely by women. For more information, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page on the website.