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  • Welcome

    Welcome

    Welcome to the Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation (MLEF).  Thanks for all or you who supported the MLEF through the years with your donations, attendance and enthusiasm.   We look forward to another successful year.  It is only through the generous support from people like you that we are able to fulfill our mission of enriching public education in Mountain Lakes.

     

  • Who We Are

    Who We Are

    We are a non-profit, tax-exempt entity comprised of volunteer members from the community.  We are managed by a volunteer Board of Trustees, who are strong advocates of the MLEF and support its mission of providing educational enrichment ...  More

  • What We Do

    What We Do

    The mission of the Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation is to attract resources to support enrichment opportunities for the Mountain Lakes educational community.  There are many ways you can support the MLEF in its mission.  You may contribute through a donation, volunteer for a committee or support our current fundraisers.
  • Apply for a Grant

    Apply for a Grant

    Through the years, MLEF has provided grants that support many disciplines of learning and aspects of student life.   Our grants have made an impact on multiple programs within the schools.  You must complete an application in order to apply for a grant.
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  • News and Events

    News and Events

    There is always something of interest going on at the MLEF.   Our events raise funds for the Foundation while providing opportunities to make new friends and have fun!

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Our Impact



The Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation has had a dynamic impact on a multitude of programs in each of our schools.  The Foundation helps teachers realize their professional dreams by equipping them with state of the art technology, tremendous instructional resources and a supportive voice that understands the value of excellent teachers.More

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NewJersey Partnership

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The New Jersey Education Foundation Partnership, Inc. (NJEFP) is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public education in New Jersey by facilitating the development and effectiveness of local education foundations. MLEF is a member.  Click the logo to learn all about NJEFP.

Our Vision

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Thank you for visiting our site. It has been a truly rewarding experience serving on the MLEF Board of Directors for the past four years.

This year, as president, I am excited to share the exciting work that the Mountain Lakes Education (MLEF) has contributed to the community since our inception over ten years ago. More

Upcoming Events

Sat, Mar 27th, @7:00pm
Casino Night
Boonton Elks Club, Boonton NJ 07005

Board Meetings

Mon, Mar 15th, @8:00am
Board Meeting
Mountain Lakes High School
Mon, Apr 12th, @8:00am
Board Meeting
Mountain Lakes High School
Mon, May 17th, @8:00am
Board Meeting
Mountain Lakes High School
Mon, Jun 14th, @8:00am
Board Meeting
Mountain Lakes High School

Mid-Atlantic Consortium

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MLEF is a member of the Mid-Atlantic Consortium of Education Foundations (MACEF), a nonprofit foundation dedicated to improving public education.  The Consortium (MACEF) strengthens public education by the facilitating the creation, growth and effectiveness of local education foundations (LEFs).   Click their logo to learn more.

Annual Giving

2010 Annual Campaign

The Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation (MLEF) has been running a campaign the last several years to request the community's support.  The funds that we raise through your generosity allow us to fund the myriad of grants that enhance education in our community.

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Casino Night

Casino Night is here!  Saturday, March 27, 2010.  Mark your calendars and purchase your tickets now.  No need to know how to play.  Come out and support your schools, and have some fun too.  Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased online or by check.

 

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Race for Recipes
The race for recipes is on.  The MLEF is creating a fabulous cookbook to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Mountain Lakes in 2010.  We'd like to include your favorite recipe.  More information to come...
 
Alumni Association

MLEF in seeking MLHS Alumni to help us build an Alumni Association.  This project is a collaboration between MLEF and the High School.

If you are an alumnus of MLHS, we need you!  Please contact us to help get this organization off the ground.

Read more... [Alumni Association]
 
Apply for a Grant

Thank you for considering applying for a grant from the Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation.  The Foundation accepts applications for grants that support enrichment opportunities for the Mountain Lakes educational community.

Read more... [Apply for a Grant]
 

Technology

Technology Enrichment

smartboard2Our Smartboard campaign was highly successful.  Thanks to your support, we placed Smartboards in ten classrooms through Wildwood,  Briarcliff and MLHS.
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Science

Hands on Science

mlef-monarchOur grants for the sciences have supported discovery and experimentation through enrichment programs for teachers and laboratory equipment for students. 
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The Arts

The Arts

art_digitalcamThe MLEF supports the arts in education through grants related to the visual arts, performance arts, music and dance. More

Health & Recreation

Health & Recreation

playgroundWildwood children have been enjoying their wonderful playground for many years, thanks to the generousity of MLEF supporters.  For health, the MLEF has provided grants for defribulators and blood pressure monitors. 

We Now Accept Credit Cards

For your convenience, we now accept credit card donations.  We use PayPal, the most widely trusted online payment process.  With PayPal, you can make a donation directly from your PayPal balance or your linked bank account, or if you don't have a PayPal account, you can charge your credit card directly.  Your sensitive financial details are not seen or stored on the MLEF web site.  PayPal charges a small fee for its service, about 2.3% for each transaction.  Click the PayPal logo below for more information.
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Non-Profit Information

The Mountain Lakes Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contribution to the MLEF is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of law.   If you are eligible for a matching gift from your employer, please enclose the appropriate form with your check.

Thank you. Your support is greatly appreciated!  Information filed with the attorney general concerning this charitable solicitation may be obtained from the attorney general of the state of New Jersey by calling (973) 504-6215.  Registration with the attorney general does not imply endorsement.

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