Volunteer Spotlight: Adriana D.

I am originally from La Paz, Bolivia. I moved to the US in 2018 for college, where I earned my degree in music management, before moving to Nashville in 2023 to work in the music industry. I also have two amazing dogs—Tucker (a Pomeranian) and Maki (a bulldog mix)—who are my ultimate adventure pals!

I’ve always been passionate about animals, and because local wildlife often gets overlooked, I wanted to make sure I did my part to care for them, too. The best part about volunteering is knowing that even the smallest action can have a huge impact. I really enjoy watching our Harmony patients recover and get released, especially knowing I had a hand in changing their little world!

As for my favorite animal? Sharks! I think they are heavily misunderstood, incredibly smart, and so important—no sharks means no healthy ocean!

When I'm not volunteering, some of my hobbies include ice skating, underwater videography, snorkeling, singing, and painting. The next big thing on my bucket list is landing a full-time job in animal conservation!