Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, primarily focusing on education, Jewish community building, and religious organizations. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, promoting civil rights, and providing support for healthcare and medical research. The foundation serves diverse populations, with a notable emphasis on initiatives that benefit the Jewish community and advocacy for civil rights. Through its charitable disbursements, it aims to foster community development and support various social services.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established charities with programs in Jewish community building, Jewish education, religious institutions, or related educational/public policy work — especially organizations with existing ties to regional federations or national Jewish institutions.
Good Fit
- • Programs focused on Jewish community building, education, or religious education.
- • A track record of prior grants or relationships with regional federations or national Jewish organizations.
- • Organizational size and financial stability consistent with managing mid-sized grants.
- • Located in or connected to high-share geographies such as New York or Washington, DC.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year reached 13 states plus a few international entries, with substantial dollars concentrated in New York but a clearly multi-state footprint.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded roughly 50–60 distinct recipients each observed year (54 in 2024), showing a broad and diverse recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows new recipients were added (13 in 2024 and many in 2023), but the foundation states it only funds preselected applicants and maintains relationship-driven renewal patterns, so unsolicited applicants have limited visible entry paths.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
