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

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    Madison Elementary physical education project.

  • Why Support 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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Your Support, Please!

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

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.

Our Purpose

LEAF is a citizens’ organization whose purpose is to secure and channel private funds to support and enhance the educational process.

Grants

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

Photo Contest

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

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

LEAF helps supports homeless students and their families.

While many local agencies are working with schools and families to help kids, distance learning provides many challenges for those without a secure home.

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Growing a stronger community

through academics, activities, arts and athletics.

Recent Posts


  • LEAF Welcomes New and Recognizes Outgoing Board Members

    February 27, 2024
    During LEAF’s annual Community Report and Awards Reception, four new members were welcomed to the LEAF Board of Directors:  Sharon Botz, Beth Fenstad, Rene Knippel and Chris Weathersby. Pictured Left to Right:  Rene Knippel, Chris Weathersby, Beth Fenstad, and Sharon Botz Tim Beck, Abdi Dai…
  • LEAF Announces 2024 Award Winners

    February 27, 2024
    The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) recognized and thanked community supporters at its annual LEAF Community Report and Awards Reception Feb. 26 at the St. Cloud Country Club. Awards were presented for Volunteer Service, Charitable Giving, Instructional Excellence,…
  • LEAF Looking for a New Executive Director

    January 5, 2024
    The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) has an opening for a new executive director with the retirement of longtime executive director Bruce Hentges.  LEAF is looking for someone with leadership experience who truly values public education.  This is a half-time positio…
  • LEAF Receives a generous gift of $10,000 from St. Cloud Golden Gloves

    October 28, 2023
    The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation announces that with a generous gift of $10,000 from the St. Cloud Golden Gloves organization, the fall 2023  Adopt-A-Classroom Project
  • LEAF board of directors announces “LEAF 742 Distinguished Alumni Awards”

    September 20, 2023
    In January of 2023, LEAF made a commitment to recognize outstanding District 742 alumni who have made the St. Cloud area their home and have had a positive impact on the community via the “LEAF 742 Distinguished Alumni Award.” The award criteria are: Must be a graduate of a District 742 High Scho…
  • Apollo Class of 2003 raises $3,635 for Activities Program

    September 19, 2023
    The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation announces that the Apollo Class of 2003 raised $3,635 for the Apollo High School Student Activities Program at their recent 20th class reunion. The funds will be kept in the LEAF activities participation fund and used as needed to suppo…