Leap Inc.

“Visitor's guide-advertising 6,963 total 6,963”

“Visitor's guide-advertising printing 9,974 expenses advertising/marketing 1,986 advertising/marketing 6,915 advertising/marketing 659 advertising/marketing 2,165 office 66 office 76 cc fees 43 hotel 285 hall of fame banquet 438 entrepreneurial conference 3,000 tourn/camp/banquet-volleyball 1,718 insurance 879 insurance -177 big read book order 2,086 barn quilt supplies 926 void ceo class check -20 library materials 2,628 healthy connect training 1,704 hooked on fishing supplie 1,865 inclusive workplace trng 400 farmers mkt fees 313 cheerleading supplies 741 diamond club supplies 984 softball training 100 volleyball supplies/exp 1,306 june fest supplies 7,236 june fest repairs 4,648 hall of fame trophies 853 hall of fame - dues 75 total 53,872”

“Objectives are to: 1. Work as a liaison between the community and school district, 2. Support volunteerism in the school and community, 3. Identify viable ways for the school to adapt to current economics and demographic circumstances, 4. Determine the strengths and weaknesses of the district through focus group meetings and decide which options provide the most benefits for the community and the school district, 5. Building a stronger staples community that will enrich the quality of life now and for future generations, 6. Determine the strengths and weaknesses of the community through focus group meetings and decide which options provide the most benefits for the community and businesses, 7. Facilitate the citizens, city government, and businesses in staples to improve communication and planning and work together on projects.”

“Motley junefest - assisted this group in providing activities for the annual community celebration. Activities included a run, a parade, kids games, a car show, a demo derby, mud volleyball, magic show, rib fest/wing fest, food/beer gardens, vendors, music and fireworks.”

“Tourism - funding was returned to leap to manage tourism dollars collected via a city lodging tax for the city of staples. A tourism committee helps to direct a consultant who markets the staples area through billboards, the explore mn travel guide, the mn lodging association, and to provide content for a discover staples (discoverstaplesmn.org) website and visitor guide. In addition, regional promotions and local events were marketed.”

“The staples-motley athletic hall of fame was launched in april of 2019 to reflect on the rich history and tradition of the communities' athletic achievements and successes. A hall of fame annual was produced, a wall mural was produced, trophies were repaired, a ceremony was held and awards were given.”

“Big read project - provided books for community reading. Central mn barn quilts - obtained supplies for holding a barn quilt class. Friends of the library - purchase items and provide grants to support programming for the local public library. Health connections provides a forum for communication and collaboration to improve the health of people in the communities of todd and wadena counties. The major focus points for the year were lactation & car seat classes. Hooked on fishing - assisted a local group of volunteers in planning a "hooked on fishing, not drugs" event for local kids. Sisters with sass - assisted the group with events. The group is a women's mentorship program focused on empowering women through work, education, and well-being. Farmer's market - provided a means for growers to promote healthy eating and locally grown produce. Food vouchers are available to individuals in need. Events - helped support the city with its summer celebration. Assisted in providing for high school senior banners to be displayed on city streets at graduation. Assisted the chamber of commerce in providing holiday meals. Assisted with inclusive workplace training and helped to provide technology updates so community organizations can meet via internet more effectively. High school booster clubs - pay tournament registration fees, equipment and supplies of the local high school teams.”