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When the Tech High School boys volleyball team earned the chance to compete in a series of away games last season, there was just one problem: getting there. Transportation costs for away competitions can be a significant barrier for teams, especially in emerging sports like boys volleyball. That’s why LEAF 742 stepped in with a grant to help cover the cos…

When families sit down to discuss their will, they don’t just talk about assets — they talk about memories. For instance, if generations of students have proudly walked the halls of Apollo High School, cheered at Eagles games, and benefited from teachers who inspired a lifelong love of learning, the family may say something like:  “We wanted to make sure f…

Every great community is built on a foundation of care, commitment, and investment in the future. In District 742, the Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) plays a pivotal role in supporting the academic, artistic, and athletic programs that shape students’ lives. One of the most impactful ways to make a lasting difference is through the creat…

At LEAF 742, we believe every student deserves the chance to learn, thrive, and feel seen, regardless of their housing situation. The Homeless Students Fund (https://leaf742.org/what-we-do/homeless-students-fund/) was created to support students in our community facing the harsh realities of homelessness and housing instability, ensuring they have access to…

What: Event by Pantown Brewing Company and Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF 742) Where: 408 37th Ave N, Saint Cloud, MN, United States, Minnesota 56303 When: Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 – 6:00pm-8:00pm Who: EVERYONE is invited Join us on Wednesday, August 27th, for a special Beeranthropy event supporting LEAF’s Adopt A Classroom Program (…

Across the United States, education is standing at a critical crossroads. For public schools, nonprofits, and foundations alike, uncertainty around state and federal funding has created a climate of anxiety, urgency, and adaptation. As budget negotiations stall or shift due to political and economic instability, those working in education are being forced t…