Lynda Bussgang graduated from Harvard College in 1991 and the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2001. Currently, she serves as the Director of Volunteer, Youth, and Community Engagement for Hebrew Senior Life (HSL). Lynda’s work connects older adults living in HSL’s eight campuses across Greater Boston with schools, youth organizations, and individuals who are eager and willing to commit their time to support seniors’ needs and address the pervasive loneliness and isolation of this population.

Lynda currently serves on the Leadership Council and the New England Advisory Board of Facing History and Ourselves, as well as the Chair of the Development Committee of Harvard Hillel. Lynda’s a former board member of the Rashi School and a former co-chair of the Temple Beth Elohim Capital Campaign. Lynda has also been involved with CJP as a participant in the Acharai program and a member of various committees over the years. A former professional musical theater entertainer, Lynda continues to share her musical talents in the Boston area. She and her husband, Jeff, have 3 children – Jackie, JJ, and Jonah– who share her passion for Judaism and our vibrant local Jewish community.