About Us
Solidarity is a fundamental concept in the history of Jewish people – regardless of an individuals level of religiosity. Until October 7, 2023, contemporary Jews largely believed that all possible aid should be distributed in a balanced way in their community and the rest of the world.
Today, we know that Jewish people, both in Israel and the diaspora, are more threatened than ever. With new and evolving challenges, the response from charitable organizations must also change.
THIS IS WHY THE REITICH FOUNDATION WAS CREATED.
To support the needs of the Jewish people—those that are clear and visible, and to anticipate problems that are harder to identifiy
Our History
The Reitich Foundation stems from the vision of Mr. Philippe Reitich Baron, a prominent entrepreneur in the technology and security sectors.
He is inspired by his desire to contribute to the well-being of the Jewish community. Around the year 2021, Mr. Reitich began developing and promoting projects, driven by his own initiative and leveraging his professional expertise, in key areas such as security, rescue, health, medical emergencies, and technology.
The increasing relevance of these projects and the recognition of growing needs within the community and its institutions demonstrated the feasibility of establishing a more formal corporate structure to facilitate the execution of new projects, building upon the groundwork laid by Mr. Reitich. Thus, in 2024, the Reitich Foundation was legally established.
Mission
The purpose of the Reitich Foundation is to carry out, manage, develop, and promote philanthropic, charitable, and supportive activities to meet the needs of the Jewish community around the world.
The aim is to foster community development, promote religious practice, and encourage local growth. The primary focus is on areas such as security, rescue, health, medical emergencies, and technology, although the Foundation may encompass other relevant areas as determined by its Board of Directors.
Thus, the mission of the Reitich Foundation is to contribute to ensuring the development of the community and its institutions through the preventive maintenance of security conditions that allow for the effective functioning of their activities and the full development of their members. Additionally, the Reitich Foundation seeks to contribute to ensuring that institutions are prepared to face emergency situations and have the correct and adequate capacity to respond effectively in crisis situations.
Vision
The vision of the Reitich Foundation is that of a secure Jewish community that can function regardless of the country’s political and social context, supported by solid preventive measures, effective response capacity in emergency situations, and an active contribution to overall community welfare.
We embark on this vision with determination, commitment, and the conviction that, through collaborative work with other institutions and members, we can build a strong and secure future for the international Jewish community. Furthermore, the Reitich Foundation may participate in or support projects assisting Israel or other Jewish communities in the diaspora.
The Reitich Foundation’s team is comprised of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the organization’s mission.
Mr. Jaime Philippe Reitich Baron
Founder and Director
Mr. Abraham Benhayoun
Director and Lawyer
Mr. Alter Herman
Director
Mr. Ricardo Ferrer Picado
Geopolitical and Strategy Advisor
