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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…

There’s a widespread misconception that charity is just for the “less fortunate”—the poor, the marginalized, etc.—even though those of us in the nonprofit sector know we all benefit from the work nonprofits do on a daily basis. Not only do nonprofits provide assistance to those affected by a climate disaster, illness, financial calamity, or other unexpected…