To start leveling the playing field for the traditionally underrepresented, we believe focusing on education opportunities in those communities must come first.
While from dramatically different backgrounds, both Luz and Robert Kyncl used education as a means to find independence and build value, whether in the world of business or in social services.
Luz grew up in the Domincan Republic amid significant poverty, and emigrated to the US during high school. Robert, meanwhile, grew up in communist Czechoslovakia, emigrating to the US for college once the Iron Curtain fell.
It is these unique backgrounds and life experiences that inform the focus of their philanthropy. When it comes to giving back, empowerment and independence through education is their guiding light.
Meet the Kyncl Family
Luz Kyncl
PresidentLuz Avila-Kyncl, LCSW, CHC is a licensed psychotherapist, certified health coach, mindfulness teacher, and author, with over two decades of experience working as a family and child therapist, helping adults, children and families suffering from mental, emotional and behavioral issues. A SUNY New Paltz alumna, she is devoted to empowering women, individuals and families as they seek awareness, and provides the necessary tools so they can live happy and fulfilled lives. She is the founder of Luz Kyncl, Psychotherapy, Mindfulness and Health Coaching.
Robert Kyncl
DIRECTORRobert Kyncl has spent the last 10 years at YouTube where he is currently the Chief Business Officer, overseeing all business operations for the company. Before joining YouTube, he held positions in various internet and entertainment companies, including Netflix during its early days. Robert holds a Masters of Business Administration from Pepperdine University and a B.S. in International Relations from SUNY New Paltz. He resides in Los Angeles with his wife Luz and two daughters Isabella and Adriana. He grew up in the communist Czechoslovakia.
Dan Freedman • dean, School of Science & Engineering, SUNY New Paltz