United Way of Anchorage Promotes Vice President of Philanthropy
Matt Waliszek | United Way of Anchorage
Greg Gallagher has joined United Way of Anchorage’s senior leadership team as Vice President of Philanthropy.
In this new position, Gallagher leads a team working to connect corporations, philanthropic organizations, and individual donors to impactful work in our community. Previously, Gallagher was United Way’s individual giving officer since 2022.
A graduate of Claremont McKenna College, Gallagher earned a master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Gallagher has more than ten years of fundraising experience working for institutions such as Covenant House Alaska and UAA.
“I’ve lived and worked all over the country,” says Gallagher. “By far, Anchorage is the city where I’ve found the greatest solidarity among citizens. I’m humbled by the opportunity to continue serving this community and honored to rally with United Way supporters to help our neighbors who need us most.”
Gallagher lives in Anchorage with his wife and two sons.
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