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Volunteer Spotlight

Katrina Miller - Volunteer Coordinator

The Toy Rescue Mission is happy to introduce the newest member of its remarkable team filling the indispensable position of volunteer coordinator. A self-described very creative, people person, Katharine Miller (of German decent pronounced Katrina) was born in Sacramento, Calif. After moving around a bit, her family settled in the small, rural town of Shingle Springs in California. She credits her simple lifestyle and easy-going personality with this upbringing.

Although single, this vibrant 50-something lady was married to another very creative soul for a period in her life. She is currently waiting to see what God has in store for her future, as she trusts and believes He has a plan for her. Her companion at the moment, a sweet, gray Tabby cat named Tanny Annie Jingle Bells complements her gentle and sweet disposition beautifully.

This gardener of life and flowers loves the classics from movies to music and appreciates anything antique. She enjoys staying at home, reading, listening to music or crafting a new idea to better the lives of others.

Friends benefit from her giving nature and her home is often filled with the sounds of laughter and conversation. She takes great joy and pleasure in providing a sanctuary where people can come to relax, have fun and feel secure and loved.

Sharing comes naturally to Katharine, and no surprise her dream job would be to run a second-hand store — although to be honest she may not make any money if she were to pursue this path because, although she loves to collect things, she also loves to give the items to friends, families or those who need a special blessing.

Before coming to the Mission, she worked a variety of jobs; most of her experience is in the creative fields of floral design and domestic arts. She is crazy for salads and if she could take a moment out of her busy life to relax, would travel to the Bahamas or Fiji; anyplace that is warm with aqua-blue water.

Beyond her propensity for giving, she is also a motivator and natural leader. Her ability to focus on the job at hand and get the job done will definitely be a benefit to the organization. Katrina’s positive outlook and pure, beautiful soul is very welcome addition to our family.

This position is made possible by the generosity of the following foundation grants: Florence B Kilworth Foundation, Tacoma Rotary Fundraising, Lucky Seven Foundation and Greater Tacoma Community Foundation