Leichtag Foundation Employee Directory
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Leichtag Foundation operates as a philanthropic organization devoted to energizing Jewish life, promoting self-sufficiency, and fostering social entrepreneurship in coastal North San Diego County and Jerusalem. It is based in Encinitas, California, and was founded in 1991 to honor the legacy of Lee and Toni Leichtag. In the philanthropic fundraising sector, the foundation supports a range of community initiatives and organizations. Since becoming independent in 2007, it has developed projects such as Coastal Roots Farm, launched in 2015 to blend sustainability with Jewish community life and social justice aims. In 2024, Charlene Seidle was appointed president and CEO, marking a leadership transition. The organization has engaged in collaborations and community-focused programs across its geographic focus areas.