Katherine Almand

Support day-to-day program operations with expertise in records management and resource coordination. Skillfully meet diverse needs and address issues to maintain efficiency and program outreach. Demonstrated success in building long-lasting relationships.

Bringing my biggest strength of being a professional who believes in this cause to help those who need to benefit in these wonderful programs.

I accomplished my dream of finally becoming a CASA of Monterey. I wanted to become a casa over a decade ago. With raising 4 kids back in the day, working a full-time job, and struggling with going to school kept me from my calling. I was intentional in finally pursing what I have wanted to do for a long time. I became a CASA in August 2024. I am still my kiddos CASA and even after he ages out, I will still be there for him. I would make sure that he does not go back to the streets and encourage him to pursue a positive purpose in his life. To pay it forward to another youth in the future who he can mentor from his own experiences. To always have hope and stay positive.

CUA - Navy - NAVMAG Indian Island, Washington - Forklift Operator License. Upload and download ammo when ships would come in and sail away once ship was loaded.

My favorite thing to do is hiking. My youngest son was my right hand when it came to hiking. The outdoors brings me so much peace. Being with my son brought me a lot of positivity. It's not just those beautiful hikes such as Garrapata, Big Sur, Garland Park, etc. Life is short, as I get older, I hear people I had known for years pass on. I speak Spanish and I try my best to speak Spanish to my two almost 5 year-old granddaughters. They are not sisters, they're cousins, only a month apart. We have had our granddaughter since she was almost 2 years old. She is going to be 5 years old. Hopefully, we can raise a strong, empathetic young lady who one day will pay it forward.