LEAF Renewed By Bruce Mulkey

Leaf renews with Bruce Mulkey

When my family packed up and headed to the LEAF Retreat that took place on the weekend of May 13-16, we weren’t sure what to expect. My wife Shonnie and I had been taking part in Lake Eden Arts Festivals since 1998, typically leading trail runs and hikes as our contribution to the joyful biannual […]

LEAF Global Makes You A Star

LEAF Global Star

The LEAF Global Classroom has become a shining example of what new possibilities can come out of difficult times. In partnership with the Christine W. Avery STARS program, we bring a “pod” of kids together a few times throughout their school week for COVID-safe cultural arts education, homework support, and community. Most recently, the kids […]

Mayani is a Maasai boy from longido Arusha. He went to boarding school at 6 years old and lost his Maasai language and tradition. Since joining the LEAF program, he has learned to sing Maasai songs, practiced the ‘jump’ tradition and wear Maasai shukas (traditional clothing). Mayani is extremely happy and is currently teaching other youth the culture.