Jack B. Hefner Memorial Award

History

Jack B. Hefner served the state of North Carolina as a member of the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) from 1982 until his death in 1994. As a father to a son with intellectual disabilities, "Big Jack" was willing to do whatever it took to enhance the quality of life for North Carolinians affected by disability. Jack B. Hefner's leadership inspired a generation of advocates and people with disabilities to work forcefully.

On October 27, 1994, the NCCDD established the Jack B. Hefner Award to celebrate the vision and achievement of North Carolina's families and people with developmental disabilities. The Council presents the award annually.

2010 Award Winner – Charles Hines

2008 Award Winner – Ellen Perry

2007 Award Winner – Project Stir

2006 Award Winner – David Taylor Jr.

2005 Award Winner – Betsy MacMichael

Criteria for Nomination

The NCCDD presents this award to an individual who has made significant contributions to enhancing the quality of life for North Carolinians with developmental disabilities. Nominees are those individuals whose leadership, achievements, and lives advance a shared, contemporary vision of life for people with developmental disabilities. To nominate an individual, please fill out the form (doc | pdf) and send it to the Council via fax or mail to arrive by the extended deadline September 30, 2011. The winner will be announced on November 9. Questions? E-mail JoAnn Toomey at joanne.toomey@dhhs.nc.gov