IC Match Campaign – Meet the LUM Immigration Clinic Leadership Team

Support the LUM Immigration Clinic Today

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Every dollar you give will be matched by local businesses up to $16,000, doubling your donation and doubling your support for the LUM Immigration Clinic.

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Meet the LUM Immigration Clinic Leadership Team

Christian Gallo

LUM Immigration Clinic Director – Originally from Argentina, Christian now lives in Lafayette with his three children. He earned a Masters in Law from Indiana University and a JD from Universidad Católica Argentina. A longtime member of the Indiana Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs, he speaks four languages, has coached soccer and rugby, including Purdue Women’s Rugby in 2007, and enjoys spending time with his family.

Cristy Perez

LUM Immigration Clinic Assistant Director – A New York City native, Cristy has dedicated her career to public service, working with vulnerable families and volunteering at homeless shelters. Fluent in Spanish and English, she enjoys time with her daughter, bowling, drawing, painting, and discovering new restaurants—especially fresh seafood and Dominican cuisine.

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Christian, Cristy, and their dedicated volunteers provide expert legal services at little or no cost to immigrants in our community. Join us in supporting their work by donating during the IC Match Campaign, now through April 30.

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Special Invitation – IC Match Campaign Reception

Donors who contribute $500 or more are invited to the IC Match Campaign Reception on Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m. at Lafayette Brewing Company—featuring great food, drinks, and a chance to connect with fellow LUM Immigration Clinic supporters.

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Until April 30, 2025, every donation to the LUM Immigration Clinic will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $16,000, thanks to the generosity of local businesses and individuals. Your contribution during the IC Match Campaign will have double the impact—please donate today to support this vital work. The LUM Immigration Clinic is the only resource in a seven-county area providing free or low-cost assistance to immigrants navigating the complex U.S. immigration system.

In 2024, LUM Immigration Clinic provided tens of thousands of dollars in legal support, helping hundreds of individuals and families, including the following:

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With a total match of $16,000, this is a unique opportunity to amplify your support and make a significant difference in the lives of local immigrants as they work toward achieving their immigration goals and pursuing the American Dream. Please give today and double your impact.

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Thank you to the IC Match Campaign sponsors. To view the sponsor list, click here or see below.

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Immigration Clinic Mission Moments

Mission moments offer a poignant glimpse into the profound impact of the LUM Immigration Clinic. Below are four authentic narratives that underscore the significance of your investment in this invaluable LUM program:

• Ukrainian Family – Assisted with Travel Authorizations
• Kyaw Maung – Assisted with becoming a US citizen
• Bashir, Purdue student from Afghanistan, assisted with Temporary Protected Status
• Venezuelan father & son – Assisted with obtaining Work Permits

In 2023 alone, the LUM Immigration Clinic provided hundreds of consultations, dispensing free legal advice, and helped: 17 people work towards or achieve U.S. citizenship, 24 people obtain or renew their green cards, 4 people obtain Temporary Protected Status, and 19 people obtain Employment Authorizations. To donate NOW, click HERE.

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