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

Adopt-A-Classroom in District 742

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LEAF’s support for students in District 742 is now nearing three million dollars!
It happens because of donations from people like you.

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

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

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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

The Importance of Public Education

November 6, 2024
Public education plays a foundational role in shaping strong, thriving communities. It’s not just about reading, writing, and arithmetic—it’s about preparing the next generation for active, informed participation in society. Here are a few reasons why public education is so vital to a community’s…
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2024 Learning Renaissance raises funds for District 742

October 29, 2024
Strong communities have leaders who step forward to support education! This past Sunday, folks gathered for our annual Learning Renaissance fundraiser. Between food, wine, and fellowship, a wonderful time was had by all. Money was raised for students and staff in District 742 – gotta love h…
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Mark Thelen Recieves Alex Didier Award in Philanthropy

October 16, 2024
We are celebrating LEAF 742 Board member Mark Thelen, the winner of a local recent philanthropy award! Mark is an integral member of our PR Committee, making us laugh and sharing his years of local advertising knowledge with us.  Here’s what the Central MN Community Foundation folks had to say ab…
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Understanding Housing Data in Stearns County: Insights from the MN Housing Partnership

October 8, 2024
Housing is a cornerstone of community well-being, influencing everything from economic stability to health outcomes. In Stearns County, Minnesota, recent data sheds light on the state of housing in the area, revealing trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
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The Vital Role of LEAF 742 in Our Community

October 3, 2024
Public education is the cornerstone of any thriving community. It shapes our future leaders, innovators, and community changers. To ensure that education remains accessible and effective, education foundations like ours are an important part of the fabric of the community. We provide essential su…
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Adopt A Classroom by September 30th!

September 26, 2024
The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation kicks off our Adopt-A-Classroom Project each Fall! LEAF’s goal is to connect businesses, individuals and groups to specific classrooms to help provide needed supplies that the District is unable to fund. Supporters can “adopt” a classro…
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