LAS VEGAS, Nev. (April 2, 2026) – Today, the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, an independent nonprofit that supports quality of life programs at the City of Las Vegas, announces three updates to its board of directors. Will Rucker, director of community health for Intermountain Health in Nevada, is appointed board chair. He joined the Mayor’s Fund board in July 2024 as a member at large.
Dr. Roy Whitmore, Ph.D., Program Chair, University of Phoenix, rejoins the board as a member at large after serving as chair of the Mayor’s Fund Advisory Committee. Whitmore joined the board in 2022 before transitioning to leadership of the organization’s advisory committee in 2024.
Christie Gray, Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) & Fair Lending Officer for Toyota Financial Savings Bank, joins the Mayor’s Fund board as its newest member. In her position with Toyota Financial Savings Bank, Gray works to ensure fair access to credit and meaningful support for underserved communities.
As board chair, Rucker will help guide the Mayor’s Fund’s strategic direction and governance, supporting public-private partnerships that advance city initiatives focused on workforce development, education, technology, youth sports, public art and other programs that uplift vulnerable populations.
A respected community and public health leader, Rucker’s career has included a focus on advancing equity and well-being by strengthening the conditions that empower people and communities to thrive. He brings deep experience translating community priorities into sustainable action and measurable impact through cross-sector partnerships, data-informed strategy, and sustained civic engagement.
Drawing on his experience in public health, faith leadership, and multi-sector collaboration, Rucker brings institutions, policy leaders and philanthropic partners together around shared goals. His leadership emphasizes compassion as essential to civic infrastructure – ensuring caring for people and caring for place are inseparable.
“I am honored to serve as board chair of the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE at a time when strategic philanthropy and strong governance are more important than ever,” said Rucker. “The Fund is uniquely positioned to align public and private capital around clearly defined outcomes, steward resources responsibly, and scale initiatives that deliver measurable returns for our community. I look forward to working with our board, partners and funders to ensure every investment translates into real improvements in people’s lives.”
“Will’s leadership as board chair well positions the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE to further scale our impact and deepen our role as a catalyst for innovative, results-driven solutions that improve quality of life across Las Vegas,” said Sallie Doebler, CEO of the Mayor’s Fund. “His ability to bring diverse stakeholders together around clear outcomes will strengthen the Fund’s capacity to drive meaningful and lasting change for our city.”
We are also delighted to welcome Dr. Roy Whitmore back to our board of directors as well as Christie Gray as our newest member,” said Doebler. “Their passion for our mission is palpable, and their deep knowledge of the community and its needs will continue to uplift and guide our work.”
About The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE:
The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE was established in 2017 as a vehicle for corporate and philanthropic partners to support innovative programs that improve quality of life for City of Las Vegas residents with a special focus on vulnerable populations. The Fund creates opportunities for public-private partnerships through donations of cash, time and in-kind goods and services. Guided by a diverse group of community leaders and operating as an independent 501(C) (3), the Fund targets specific community: Livability, Innovation, Future and Education. The Nevada Community Foundation serves as The Mayor’s Fund fiscal agent, receiving all private donations. Donations to the Mayor’s Fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. For information, visit MayorsFundLV.org.
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