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Promoting and enhancing school-based, extra-curricular activities and educational opportunities in District 742 Public Schools.

Legacy & Planned Giving

Establish your legacy in support of education

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Adopt-A-Classroom in District 742

Our students and teachers need your support.

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Top Ten Reasons to Support Education through LEAF

Top 10 Reasons to Support LEAF

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Legacy & Planned Giving

Establish a legacy.
Major gifts from generous donors provide a solid foundation for the success of LEAF.

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LEAF 30th Anniversary Celebration

LEAF 30th Anniversary Celebration

Over the last 30 years LEAF has provided over 3 million dollars in support of District 742 education and activities.

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Major Sponsors

LEAF is fortunate to have the support of many St. Cloud area businesses and organizations who provide generous support for LEAF programs and events.

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Our Purpose

Promoting and enhancing school-based, extra-curricular activities and educational opportunities in District 742 Public Schools.

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Grants

LEAF has established a proven track record of raising funds and getting them to the students who really need them.

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Photo Contest

LEAF is sponsoring an ongoing photo contest to highlight the positive things happening each day in our District 742 schools.

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Homework is hard. Imagine how hard it is without a home.

LEAF joins with the school district and other community partners to support students and their families experiencing housing instability.
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Recent Posts

MCF Condemns Acts of Violence and Continues Work to Strengthen Communities

June 19, 2025
On June 14, 2025, Minnesota experienced an unimaginable tragedy. Speaker Emerita and State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed in their home. That same day, State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were critically injured in a similar attack at their residence…
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PAKRAT Roll & Read Bus Begins June 9

June 9, 2025
The PAKRAT Roll and Read book bus will be coming to a neighborhood near you! Come borrow your favorite books from the library on the bus! Our book bus is open to children of all ages, birth through grade 8, and completely free! Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the summer – come to any…
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How LEAF 742 Supports Education and Enrichment in District 742

June 5, 2025
In the heart of Central Minnesota, the Local Education & Activities Foundation—better known as LEAF 742—plays a vital role in enriching the educational experience for students in District 742. Established to support and enhance both academic and extracurricular programs, LEAF acts as a bridge b…
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LEAF 742 Spreads Joy and Literacy at Community Event

May 21, 2025
On Saturday, May 17th, LEAF 742 had the privilege of co-sponsoring a vibrant community event that brought together over 1,500 people for a day filled with fun, connection, and celebration. It was a beautiful reminder of the power of community engagement—and the joy of a good book and a cool treat o…
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The Truth About Public Schools

May 14, 2025
By Dr. Laurie Putnam, Superintendent of St Cloud Area School District 742. It’s fashionable these days to use public schools as a political talking point. Depending on who holds the microphone, schools are either failing our youth, wasting taxpayer dollars, or not doing enough to “fix” society’s pr…
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LEAF Pledges Two-Year Commitment to Fund St. Cloud Area Middle School Activities Fees

May 7, 2025
St. Cloud Area School District 742 and the Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) announce LEAF’s $100,000 commitment to fund activities fees for all participating District 742 middle schoolers (grades 6-8) over the next two years. The idea came about last fall, explains LEAF Executive…
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