Rebecca Gerber
About Rebecca Gerber
Rebecca Gerber is a Grants Manager at the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, where she has worked since 2020, and has served as a Senior Grant Writer since 2017. She holds a BA in Urban Studies from Barnard College and a Master's in City and Regional Planning from Rutgers University.
Work at Free Library of Philadelphia
Rebecca Gerber has been a pivotal part of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation since 2017. She currently serves as the Grants Manager, a role she has held since 2020. In her position, she leads the grant development process, collaborating with Library staff to create project budgets and proposals. Gerber has developed a strategic expansion plan for corporate funding and sponsorship support, enhancing the Foundation's financial resources.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Gerber earned her Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Barnard College, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, obtaining a Master of City and Regional Planning from 2009 to 2011. Her academic background equips her with expertise in urban development and planning, which she applies in her grant writing and management roles.
Background in Development and Communications
Prior to her current role, Rebecca Gerber worked as the Development & Communications Manager at Entrepreneur Works from 2011 to 2016. She also served as the Economic Development & Marketing Coordinator at the Alliance for Downtown New York from 2003 to 2005. Her diverse experiences in development and communications have contributed to her proficiency in grant writing and project management.
Grant Writing and Proposal Development Skills
Rebecca Gerber specializes in writing complex programmatic and campaign grant proposals. She analyzes funder requirements to ensure that proposals meet all necessary criteria, demonstrating her attention to detail and understanding of funding processes. Her ability to independently collaborate with Library staff enhances the effectiveness of the grant development process.
International Experience
In 2010, Rebecca Gerber gained international experience as an intern with The Louis Berger Group, working on the Growth with Equity in Mindanao Program (USAID) in Davao City, the Philippines. This role provided her with insights into global development initiatives and broadened her understanding of economic and community planning.