Local Education and Activities Foundation

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

2025 LEAF Grants $283,625.59

Funding Student Opportunities
Since 1997 LEAF has been making a substantial impact on District 742 students. Thank you for your support!

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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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LEAF 30th Anniversary Celebration

Over the last 30 years LEAF has provided over 3 million dollars in support of District 742 education and activities.

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Fun & Engaging Events

Throughout the year, LEAF celebrates students and raises money to support educational programming with a variety of events.

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Our Purpose

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

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Grants

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

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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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Growing a stronger community

through academics, activities, arts and athletics.

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Recent Posts

LEAF Begins Executive Director Search

November 4, 2026

Primary Duties and Responsibilities The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of LEAF and is responsible for its overall management. This person oversees all aspects of the organization including donor development, fundraising, program operations, the grant process, community engagement…

Leadership Transition at District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF)

November 4, 2026

Dear Community/Supporters/Partners, We are writing to share an important leadership update. Effective January 1, 2027, Natalie Copeland will not return to her role as Executive Director of LEAF. We are grateful for Natalie’s dedication and the impact she has made during her time with LEAF. The Boar…

LEAF 742 Celebrates Historic ‘Adopt a Classroom’ Success

November 3, 2026

For the First Time in Program History, 100% of Applicants Receive Support, with $69,000 Raised for District 742 Classrooms. The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) is celebrating a historic milestone in its Adopt a Classroom program. For the fi rst time since the program…

Helping Every Student Discover Their Strengths

October 5, 2026

This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Melissa Hanzsek-Brill, a member of our LEAF Board. When people think about education, they often think first about classroom…

LEAF is a shining example of the greatness within the St. Cloud Community

September 17, 2026

This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Sam Court, a member of our LEAF Board. “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate…

Some Things Are Caught, Not Taught

September 2, 2026

This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Lori Johnson, a member of our LEAF Board. Some things are caught, not taught. Growing up, I watched my parents show up — for…

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