Diana has been rescuing animals privately, volunteering for several rescue groups, and devoting her farm to rescue and sanctuary for the last four decades. She served on the Aussie Rescue & Placement Helpline, Inc Board as a Director, Vice President, President, for many years. Her love of horses led her to focusing on equine rescue for the last two decades. As an instructor, Diana taught the Animal Science class at Broome Tioga BOCES for thirty years, she was instrumental in developing a dog program for the handicapped and a class rescue called School House Rescue. She also developed a handicapped horseback riding program for a local developmental agency. Diana has devoted her entire adult life to working with and helping improve the lives of a variety of animals both domestic and wild.

Kristen Rhodes has been a friend of the farm since she was a child. She grew up helping and training the Mini horses and helping with chores. Now she is a foster home for Cats as well as working in various committees within the sanctuary. Kristen’s professional ability is Nursing with her focus being the elderly, but her passion is helping less fortunate animals. She has worked with the local Special Olympic Riding program for many years and has been a Tioga County NY horse club leader. She also participated in her local 4-H horse and Beef club. She loves all animals and currently lives on a small hobby farm helping goats, chickens, cats, and horses.

Amy has been involved in her community for over 25 years. She has served as a Girl Scout leader and has been involved in her local church, where she still serves on several committees. She has been involved in rescuing animals, from chipmunks to goats. Whenever she sees an animal in need she is there to help support may it be bringing them to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or fostering them herself. She has also been actively involved with the trap neuter return (TNR) program. In her spare time, Amy enjoys hiking, reading, and anything craft-related, especially sewing.

Maria has been a volunteer for over 20 years.  Not only is Maria part of the board at Gemini Farm Sanctuary but she also fosters pregnant cats and takes care of them and their babies until the kittens are old enough to be adopted.  Maria volunteered for Aussie Rescue Placement Helpline (ARPH) on the Management Team and the BOD.  One of her favorite hobbies is playing with her 2 Australian Shepherd boys, Foster and Tazman. Maria also has 5 rescue cats all "foster failures" (successes).

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Teresa worked at a small animal Veterinary Hospital for 23 years. She served on the Aussie Rescue Placement Helpline (ARPH) Board of Directors, Management Team, and Training Committee, and was a Bite Investigator and foster home for over a decade. Teresa served a term on her town planning commission. In her spare time, Teresa enjoys taking photos at a local wildlife refuge, hiking, reading, playing chess and is a competitive speed walker.

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Kathi has been a member of Tioga county kennel club since 1991 where she held the office of president for five years and was show chairman for the Tioga county kennel club annual dog shows for over 10 years. She retired from IBM Endicott after 25 years of service and then worked for Broome Tioga Boces for 13 years. She has known Diana Oliver for over 30 years and respects her dedication to Gemini Farm Sanctuary. She has organizational skills and is committed to follow through on whatever task she takes on

AnnMarie's commitment to community service is evident. Apart from her significant contributions to Gemini Farm Sanctuary, she actively volunteers at Saving Grace Dog Rescue in Raleigh, where she engages in facility maintenance, event coordination, and fundraising. Her passion for animals extends to providing foster care for both cats and dogs, collaborating with organizations like Saving Grace Rescue and Second Chance Animal Rescue. Additionally, she offers administrative support and event assistance to Marley’s Cat Tales. Ms. Sullivan's multifaceted background and dedication make her an invaluable asset to the board of Gemini Farm Sanctuary.