Allison Gerber
The Annie E. Casey Foundation
New Orleans, LA USA
"I see the power in philanthropy to highlight the voices, experiences, and expertise of young people."
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
American Studies, Public Administration
Sweet Briar College
Doctorate
Law
Tulane University Law School
Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
I went to law school straight out of college, thinking I’d build a career in justice and the legal system.
2.
Representing indigent clients in a law school clinic changed how I viewed fairness and justice in our economy.
3.
I realized I wanted to work upstream—helping people avoid poverty-related legal issues by improving access to good jobs.
4.
My first job out of law school was with a nonprofit running job training programs, where I started on the legal and contracts side.
5.
Over time, I transitioned into the program side of workforce development, where I could focus on skill-building and employment.
6.
I managed my student debt by juggling multiple jobs, which taught me resilience and gave me perspective on financial reality.
7.
I found my place in philanthropy by helping shift systems—prioritizing youth voices and grantmaking that centers lived expertise.
Defining Moments
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I graduated law school with a ton of debt but didn't necessarily want to pursue a law career anymore. It was terrifying. I had to juggle multiple jobs just to stay afloat.