Staff

Robin Albright

Administration and Bereavement Support Specialist

Originally from Racine, WI, there she met her late husband Mark Albright. Mark was a career Navy veteran and they lived most of their life on Whidbey Island, Washington. Living near Oak Harbor, they had two children, Mark Jr., and Sarah. After the loss of her husband, through the help of a mutual friend, Robin reconnected with Mike Miller, a high school sweetheart. They married in 2018 and now reside in Anchor Point where they are building a house.

Professionally, Robin pursued a career in banking starting out as a teller and rising to the position of Vice President of Loan Operations for a regional banking chain. A natural talent with people, administration and organization, Robin joined Hospice of Homer because she wanted to help people who need something to make their life easier in that moment of need.  Asked why she connects with Hospice of Homer, Robin said, “Like many people, I’ve experienced my share of loss and grief. Coming from a military background, you learn early, shipmates help shipmates. Whether it’s a broken leg or the loss of the closest person in your life, we’re more than just resources. HoH is family. It’s a community when you don’t know where to turn.”

Holly Dramis

Director of Development and Finance

Holly joined Hospice in June of 2020. After earning a BS in Business Finance, she worked with industry in Alaska and on the East Coast developing her skills in accounting, project controls, budget development, and human resource management. Though she moved to Alaska in 1999, the transition from Anchorage to Homer happened slowly and the weekend cabin out East End Road became a home back in 2017. Holly enjoys relaxing outdoor adventures, traveling just about anywhere, time with her animals, yoga, and a good book.

Christina Whiting

Director of Programs

Christina began her journey with Hospice of Homer as a volunteer in 2000 and then in the role of Client Services Coordinator between 2002 and 2004. A Homer resident for more than 20 years, Christina has extensive experience working with local and statewide nonprofits in the areas of event coordination, public relations, marketing and fund development. Her passions include writing, photography, travel and community connections. Whether she is hosting writing groups, rock painting groups, photography workshops, adventure conversations or guided hikes, Christina strives to nurture kindness and compassion, and so the HOH motto “Compassion in Action” is dear to her heart.

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Other donation options

Membership Donations

Give a yearly donation to Hospice of Homer.

Monthly Donations

Regular small donations provide steady income to us throughout the year and are easier on your cash flow. You will be acknowledged for every contribution and can opt out at any time.

Make a Monthly Donation

In Memory Donations

Give a donation in memory of a dear one that will be recognized in the Hospice of Homer newsletter.

Make a Donation In Memorium

$-A-Day Sponsor

In the $-A-Day Program, each sponsor gives one dollar per day ($365/year) to support the work of Hospice of Homer. HOH sends an invoice monthly, bimonthly, quarterly, semiannually or annually; whatever works best for the sponsor. Sponsors are thanked in the Hospice newsletter and once a year in the Homer News. Names of sponsors are posted in the HOH office.

Make a $-a-day Donation

Peter Larson Compassion in Action Fund

The fund is to honor Peter Larson’s contribution to Hospice and the community. The purpose of the Peter Larson Compassion in Action Fund is to provide long-term support for Hospice and its community. The Compassion In Action Fund provides an opportunity for community members to leave a legacy of caring through a donation to the Fund.

Donate to the Peter Larson Fund

Amazon Smile Donations

AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization. You can choose from nearly one million organizations to support.

 

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Fred Meyers Rewards Donations

You are now able to link your Rewards Card to your favorite nonprofit by following the link below. Whenever you use your Rewards Card when shopping at Freddy’s, you will be helping that organization earn a donation from Fred Meyer. If you do not have a Rewards Card, you can sign up for one at the Customer Service Desk of any Fred Meyer store.

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Donate through your workplace

Matching Gift Programs

You may be able to double or triple your already generous donation to Hospice of Homer! Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. Some companies also match gifts made by retirees and/or their spouses. If your company has a matching gift program, request a matching gift form from your Human Resources Department and send it completed and signed with your gift or shortly after you have made your gift. We will do the rest.

Payroll Deductions and United Way

Please remember Hospice of Homer when making a charitable contribution through payroll deductions. If you or someone you know works for a company that participates in the United Way, please consider making a designated contribution through UW.

Planned Giving & Bequests

Leave a legacy that will improve end-of-life care for people in need for many years to come. Your legacy gifts ensure the continuation and expansion of Hospice of Homer. Please contact your attorney for information and update laws.

Bequests

You may include Hospice of Homer when preparing your will, or ask your estate planner to add a codicil to an existing will designating Hospice of Homer when preparing your will, or ask your estate planner to add a codicil to an existing will designating Hospice of Homer as a charitable beneficiary. You may choose to leave any combination of:

  • A specific dollar amount.
  • A specific percentage, or all, of your residuary estate – the remainder left after bequests to others, debts and expenses are paid.
  • A gift in trust that pays a portion of the trust property to individual beneficiaries and a portion to Hospice of Homer.

Life Insurance Gift

You may designate Hospice of Homer as the beneficiary of the insurance policy. You will be entitled to an income tax charitable deduction in the year of your gift.

Retirement Plan Gift

The principal advantage of donating retirement plan assets to Hospice of Homer is that you avoid all income and estate taxes. If you leave these assets to a non-spousal individual beneficiary, they are subject to extremely high estate tax and income taxes. You may instruct the institution that handles your retirement accounts to designate Hospice of Homer as the beneficiary of your IRA or pension plan..

Charitable Remainder Trust

Transfer assets to a trustee and each year you and/or someone you have designated will receive income from the trust. The trust may last either for a term of years or for life. The trust allows you to receive an income tax deduction now, arrange for tax-free growth of retirement assets, and receive a retirement income from the trust when you retire. When the trust ends, the remaining trust assets will pass to Hospice of Homer.

Stock Donations

Donating in stocks to Hospice of Homer can give you significant income tax savings.

Hospice of Homer is a qualified 501(c)3 charitable organization. Tax ID: 92-0115943