ARC’s Tim Woodward is a 2025 CNN Hero of the Year Nominee

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Tim Woodward, Executive Director and founding member of Animal Rescue Corps, is a 2025 CNN Hero of the Year Nominee!

CNN Heroes is an annual initiative that celebrates hardworking people making extraordinary contributions to their communities and the world. For nearly two decades, it has spotlighted individuals who dedicate their lives to creating positive change.

Tim’s nomination recognizes his commitment to rescuing animals in situations of large-scale cruelty, neglect, and emergency, in places that lack the resources to help them.

You can watch Tim’s story and learn more about the CNN Heroes program here.

 Be sure to check out the video to see Tim and the incredible work of ARC in action!

This is not just an honor for Tim, but a celebration of the thousands of animals whose lives have been saved with your support. Your compassion changes lives!

If you are in a position to help today with a donation to support ARC’s work, please do. Every donation makes a difference.

And, if you are in a position to volunteer, please sign up today. Opportunities are always available in ARC’s Rescue Center outside Nashville, TN, as well as sometimes nationally and beyond. We sometimes offer travel stipends.