Ricki L. Kelly
About Ricki L. Kelly
Ricki L. Kelly serves as the Vice President of Philanthropy for the Peaks Region at Intermountain Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong background in law and fundraising, having previously held various roles at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and SCL Health.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Ricki L. Kelly serves as the Vice President of Philanthropy for the Peaks Region at Intermountain Health. In this role, she oversees eight hospital foundations across two states. Kelly collaborates with leaders throughout the Peaks region to align fundraising campaigns with the operational needs and growth strategies of the organization. Her leadership in philanthropy focuses on enhancing community health through strategic fundraising initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Ricki L. Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Denver - Daniels College of Business, which she completed from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education by obtaining a Juris Doctor from the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law, graduating in 2007. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both business and law, enhancing her capabilities in philanthropy and development.
Background
Prior to her current role at Intermountain Health, Ricki L. Kelly held various positions in the field of development and philanthropy. She worked as the Executive Director of Gift Planning at SCL Health from 2017 to 2019 and as the Executive Director of Development at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law from 2012 to 2014. She also served in multiple roles at the Sturm College of Law, including Assistant Dean of Development and Director of Development.
Achievements
During her tenure at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Ricki L. Kelly raised $45 million in new commitments as part of an eight-year campaign. She played a key role in more than doubling the endowment and contributed to the establishment of 71 new endowed scholarships. Additionally, she helped establish a new faculty chair for modern learning, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing educational opportunities.