Barbara Gallo-Compton

Barbara Gallo-Compton is an experienced professional in grant writing and institutional giving, currently serving as a Pre-Award Grant Administrator at Kean University since September 2024. In this role, Barbara develops and submits various grant proposals aimed at supporting academic and outreach programs while actively researching funding opportunities. Prior to this position, Barbara held the role of Senior Manager of Institutional Giving at New Jersey Symphony, where management of donor portfolios and proposal writing was key. Additional experience includes positions at Meals on Wheels of Mercer County as a Grants Writer, and Central Piedmont Community College in Donor Relations and Institutional Advancement. Academic credentials include a Master of Public Administration specializing in Nonprofit & Arts Administration from UNC Charlotte, an MA in French Studies from New York University, and a BA in English Literature from Pace University.