Stern Leichter Foundation
Invitation OnlyEncinitas, California · EIN 33-0706564 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$512K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$7.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $35,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
10% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Roots Farm | Encinitas, CA | Sustainable agriculture, food justice, ancient jewish wisdom | $80,000 |
| Hillel of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Mentors and educators to provide students with valuable toolds and opportunities to be jewiish leaders | $60,000 |
| Interfaith Community Services | Carlsbad, CA | Empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through programs with faith communities | $50,000 |
| LA Jolla Playhouse | LA Jolla, CA | Provide opportunities for a community of artists of all backgrounds and abilities | $45,000 |
| Kpbs | San Diego, CA | Support media programs and educational programming for san diego residents | $35,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Encinitas, CA | Help bridge the gap between researchers and communities | $30,000 |
| North Coast Rep Theater | Solana Beach, CA | Create a platform where artisits and audiences thrive through the intimacy of live theatre | $30,000 |
| Diabetes Research Center | Del Mar, CA | Diabetes research | $25,000 |
| Mazon | Los Angeles, CA | National organization fighting to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the US and israel | $25,000 |
| San Diego Jewish Community Center | LA Jolla, CA | JCC programs | $25,000 |
| Seacrest Foundation | Encinitas, CA | Supports senior housing and healthcare | $25,000 |
| Oncology for Kids | San Diego, CA | Camp for kids with cancer | $20,000 |
| Kitchens for Good | San Diego, CA | Provide technical and life skills for individuals to find meaningful careers in hospitality industry | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Peace of Mind | New York, NY | Support israel psychotrauma and idf veterans | $10,000 |
| Doors of Change | Cardiff, CA | Help homeless youth of san diego county get access to living supplies and safe housing | $10,000 |
| Rails to Trails | Washington, DC | Advocate for funding of trials and active transportation inspiring people to make trails part of their lives | $10,000 |
| Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA | Encinitas, CA | To put christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all | $7,500 |
| Pro Kids First Tee | San Diego, CA | Challenge underserved youth to excel in life by promoting character development, life skills, and values | $7,500 |
| Litvak Dance Studio | Encinitas, CA | Crafting an artistic experience that engages and challenges diverse audiences | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $511,500 | 19 |
| 2024 | $203,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $413,800 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611969349100531
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0706564
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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