Rebecca Garrett

Rebecca Garrett, CFRE, currently serves as the Interim Chief Development Officer and Director of Major and Principal Gifts at Sinai Chicago, where responsibilities include directing and expanding a major and principal gift program. Previously, Rebecca held the position of Director of Development at Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership, leading a comprehensive fundraising initiative across various channels. At Lincoln Park Zoo, Rebecca served as the Director of Foundation and Special Gifts, overseeing strategic fundraising efforts for significant projects. Other roles include Community Relations Coordinator at Sarah's Inn, where Rebecca established a young professionals' board that raised over $35,000 annually, as well as various positions in legal support at Hitachi Consulting and Goldberg Kohn. Rebecca holds a BA in International Relations from Tufts University and has completed specialized education in major gifts and leadership at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and Spertus Institute.