Turn Your Donor Advised Fund Into Local Impact

Every gift begins with a spark—a desire to make a difference. Across the country, Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are filled with those sparks, waiting to be turned into action. These aren’t just numbers on a statement—they are untapped missions, unspoken hopes, and the fuel for change.

Your generosity can make an immediate and lasting difference for students and teachers in District 742 through LEAF (742’s Local Education and Activities Foundation). By recommending a grant from your DAF, you can help us provide the resources, experiences, and opportunities that can help  all learners thrive.

Why Donor Advised Funds matter

A Donor Advised Fund is a flexible, tax-smart way to give that allows you to:

• Contribute cash, stock, or other assets to a fund and receive an immediate tax deduction.
• Grow those assets tax-free for even greater impact.
• Recommend grants to nonprofits like LEAF 742 at a pace that matches your goals and values.
  
  

It’s simple, effective, and designed to make generosity easier.

Your mission + our mission = real-world change

As of the end of 2023, DAFs nationwide held more than $251 billion in charitable assets. But, DAFs aren’t just about giving—they’re about purpose. They allow donors like you to align your philanthropy with your values and vision for the future.

If you already believe in the importance of public education in St. Cloud, recommending a grant to LEAF 742 is a meaningful way to see your generosity come alive in classrooms across the district.

It’s easy to give

Recommending a grant to LEAF 742 from your DAF is simple. Just provide the following information to your sponsoring organization:

Legal Name: LEAF 742 – Local Education & Activities Foundation
Tax ID (EIN): 41-1770753
Mailing Address: PO Box 1132, St. Cloud, MN 56302

Questions? Reach out to our Executive Director, Natalie Copeland, by calling (320) 281-6581 or visit www.leaf742.org for more details.

The bottom line

The spark is already there—you’ve set aside funds to make a difference. By directing a DAF grant to LEAF 742, you can ignite that spark into real, local impact.

Your generosity can help students and teachers across District 742 thrive. Let’s put your DAF dollars to work today.