What is LEAF?
Founded in 2003, LEAF is a non-profit, non-partisan, tax-exempt organization. LEAF solicits donations from individuals, businesses, foundations, and organizations. LEAF disburses grants to Ledyard Public Schools and teachers for targeted programs that promote excellence and enhance student achievement. LEAF grants encourage creativity and innovation. LEAF distributed over $250,000 in grants since 2003.
2011-2012 Town-wide Appeal!
Two ways to Give!
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Credit Card. Click on the white leaf image above and to the right!
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Download the 2011-2012 Town-wide Appeal Flyer, complete the form, and mail it in with your donation!
- Our 2011-2012 Annual Appeal is well underway. LEAF’s Board
of Trustees is now working closely with Ledyard teachers,
administrators, students, parents and donors to identify where
your contributions will have the greatest impact. I hope you will
be inspired to make a tax-deductible gift to LEAF. Since gifts
from LEAF trustees cover all administrative expenses, 100% of
your donation will go directly towards our grant programs.
Download the Teacher Mini-Grant Application form!
Download the Teacher Growing Grant Application form!
(Deadlines for consideration for Fall grants –November 15th, for Spring grants- March 31st)
Why Do Our Public Schools Need An Education Foundation?
- Deepens community support for our schools
- Engages new partners in school improvement
- Educates the community about the needs of our schools
- Augments traditional public funding
- Funds programs not normally included in the school budget
- Provides a tax-deductible opportunity to support children and education
- Makes schools eligible for foundation or corporate grants and matching gifts
LEAF Is An All Volunteer 501(c)3 Organization; All Donations Are Tax-Deductible