Lynn Hefele

Honored by:
A Woman´s Place Bucks County

Domestic violence is sometimes a paradox. The most horrendous offenses inflicted on body, mind and spirit are countered by people whose gifts of love, understanding and compassion are beyond abundance. From the moment I found safety at A Woman´s Place, I´ve been privileged to give to others in ways I never dreamed possible.

In many ways, Lynn Hefele´s journey represents the impact of the battered women´s movement at its best.

In 1987 and again in 1990, Lynn sought shelter at A Woman´s Place (AWP) until she could regain control over her life and raise her youngest son in a violence-free home. Thereafter, Lynn devoted every spare minute of her time to giving back to AWP – as a volunteer, as a board and staff member and as the current Development Director. In this role, Lynn has raised thousands of
dollars in funds and, in particular, through our annual event, The Chocolate Lovers´ Fantasy.

Lynn lives the principles of feminism in every area of her life, from environmental concerns to political activism to going the extra distance for women in crisis.