Leadership & Board
Sacramento Mountains Foundation’s board of directors and executive leadership team guide the organization’s mission to strengthen the health, vitality, and long-term resilience of Otero County. Together, they set strategic direction, oversee finances, and bring valuable community insight to ensure the Foundation’s programs and partnerships deliver meaningful, lasting impact.
Board of Directors
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Norm Arnold, Chairman of the Board
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Rex Wilson, Director
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William Mayton, Director
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Julie Grinder, Director
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Lillie Lewis, Director
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Andrew Lancaster, M.D., Director
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Bobby Martinez, Director
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Polly Hickman, Director
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Kathy Fuller, Director Emeritus
Executive Leadership
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John D. Wheeler, Executive Director
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Mary Ann Mayton, Chief of Operations
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Robert J. “Jim” Heckert, Senior Advisor
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Lillie Lewis, Nurse Navigator
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Sonia Hall, Grants Director
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Tom Furman, Housing Director
Experience & Community Commitment
The Foundation’s leadership team brings decades of experience in business, nonprofit management, finance, operations, and community development. Board members and staff actively support Otero County and its communities by offering strategic guidance, practicing strong fiscal stewardship, and working hands-on with local partners. Their combined expertise helps the Foundation identify opportunities, build strong partnerships, and invest in programs that strengthen nonprofits, support educators, address community challenges, and improve quality of life across the region.