Board Members
Dedication. Passion. Love.

Founder / President/Treasure
Diana Oliver
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.

Vice President/ Digital Presence
Maria Cheng
Maria brings over 20 years of nonprofit leadership and animal welfare experience, along with more than 23 years as a prior owner of a successful tech company. She currently serves on the board of Gemini Farm Sanctuary, where she supports administrative operations and strategic planning. For 18 years, Maria has also volunteered with the Mansfield, MA Animal Shelter, fostering pregnant cats and raising their litter until adoption. She previously served as a volunteer for 11 years with Aussie Rescue Placement Helpline (ARPH), during that time, she was on the Management Team and Board of Directors. Her deep commitment to rescue work is reflected in her home life, where she lives with two Australian Shepherds, an Australian Labradoodle, and five rescue cats. Maria’s combination of business expertise, nonprofit leadership, and hands-on care makes her a dedicated and valuable advocate for animal welfare.

Secretary
Kathi Cederborg
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
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Director
Cheryl Stope
Cheryl Strope lives on a third-generation farm where her family currently raises beef cattle, having previously operated as a dairy farm. She and her spouse have four children and are deeply rooted in both family and community values. As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Cheryl is uniquely positioned to help bridge communication gaps, offering support and understanding to those navigating both Deaf and hearing cultures.

Director
AnnMarie Sullivan
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.








