Linda Barat

Linda Barat is an experienced professional in nonprofit administration and healthcare coordination, currently serving as the LIFE & LEGACY at Buffalo Coordinator for the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies since August 2022. Concurrently, Linda works as a Care Navigator for Nova Healthcare Administrators, Inc., providing essential communication and support to healthcare members and providers. Previous roles include Administrative Assistant at Park Avenue Synagogue, where Linda coordinated events for a 400-student educational program, and seasonal positions with American Friends of Nishmat and Project Kesher, focused on event planning and development for Jewish organizations. Linda has also held positions at Bloomingdale's and the Montefiore Health System, building relationships with major donors and enhancing customer service. An advocate for diversity, Linda founded and chaired the Kulanu Committee at Temple Israel of New Rochelle. Linda's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Buffalo State University and an Associate of Arts and Sciences from the Fashion Institute of Technology.