HSLC Hero


5th of April 2023

HSLC Hero – Lisa DeJohn

Lisa is an unsung hero. She never draws attention to herself for her consistent and impactful contribution. As a regular event volunteer, she can be relied on to show up […]


HSLC Hero – Sarah Brunotte

Sarah started as an adoption counselor and transitioned easily into the role of Adoption Coordinator when the previous coordinator stepped down. She came in with great ideas, new energy, and […]


22nd of November 2022

HSLC Hero – Stuart Rockowitz

Stuart’s love of animals started when he was about nine years old with his first dog, Rusty. She was a mixed Wirehaired Fox Terrier and put Stuart on a quest […]


30th of January 2022

HSLC Hero – Maximina Bonilla

In January 2022, Maximina “Max” Bonilla was awarded the HSLC Hero Award for her exceptional volunteer work as a Trap-Neuter-Return trapper, a foster, and a feral colony feeder. As a […]


25th of December 2021

HSLC Hero – Dr. Krista Wiechmann

HSLC is pleased to present the HSLC Hero award to Dr. Krista Wiechmann of Loudoun Cat Care for her exceptional commitment and partnership with HSLC. She has saved countless rescued […]


6th of November 2021

HSLC Hero – Donna Drake

Serving as HSLC’s Director of Animal Operations, Donna contributed significantly to Virginia serving as a model for the No-Kill philosophy. Donna has rescued thousands of animals, fostered hundreds of animals, […]


HSLC Hero – Juanita Easton

Serving as a HSLC volunteer since 2001, Juanita is one of HSLC’s longest serving volunteers. Juanita’s contributions over 20 years are staggering and inspirational. She has helped tens of thousands […]


HSLC Hero – Amy Richards

In Amy’s own words, “I just want to do whatever I can to help.” That pretty much sums up Amy’s passion for animals and her very strong work ethic. Not […]


HSLC Hero – Diane Rice

Diane joined HSLC in 2016 and has since participated in virtually every program while also serving on the Board of Directors. From 2017-2020, Diane served as the Board Secretary where she transcribed and […]


HSLC Hero – Pam Harvey

Ms. Pam Harvey is recognized for her superb work serving as the Adoption Program Lead. Pam single handedly managed all incoming adoption applications in 2020 which requires outstanding communication skills, […]