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A nonprofit is as strong as the community that holds it up. Together, we can do more than we can do alone. Let’s bring our abilities and passions together to affect real change.

There are many ways to join us and support our mission. Contact us to find out more about volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and ways that you can get our message to your friends and family.

mckenziesmoment@gmail.com

Board of Directors

Ryan Gray, President

Proud Father & Husband of a strong-willed family who overcame adversity and tragedy to create a positive experience in memory of their angel, McKenzie. He is excited to give back to a community that has provided so much support to The Grays, especially through a game that has presented memorable experiences for Ryan and Kait. Ryan has been a member of The PGA of America for the last nine years and is beginning his fourth year as the Director of Golf at Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club. He currently serves as the Secretary of the North Florida PGA East Central Chapter. Ryan is originally from Lancaster, PA.

Kait Gray, Vice-President

Kait Gray is the proud mother of McKenzie Gray. McKenzie’s passing only reinforced the importance of family, friends, and community in Kait’s life. Through McKenzie’s Moment, Kait is committed to giving back to the community that was selflessly there for her & her family during the darkest times following McKenzie’s passing. From a professional standpoint, Kait has 10 years of sales experience in the Medical Imaging industry, currently a sales executive for Siemens Healthineers. Recently, she served as a board member for The Ronald McDonald House North Central Florida Charities. Kait completed her BS in Marketing at Loyola University of Chicago in 2009.

Michael Smith, Treasuer

Michael Smith has over 25 years of Executive and Senior Management experience in large software and public accounting organizations. His roles included senior auditing positions with Ernst & Young and various supervisory jobs with the Fujitsu Limited organization in the Sales and Consulting arenas. His educational accomplishments include a BS in Accounting and an Executive MBA. Michael is currently retired.

Marny Donnelly, Secretary

Marny Donnelly has over 30 years of sales, marketing, and management experience in various fields and has been an Account Executive with Precision Sidewalk Safety for over 10 years. She was one of the founding board members of Ocala Power Volleyball Academy and served on the board for 3 years. Marny has a BS in Management & Marketing and has been a part of the Ocala community for over 20 years.