Grant Strengthens LUM’s Winter Response
Duke Energy Foundation Awards $5,000 to LUM
During this dangerously cold stretch in Tippecanoe County, Lafayette Urban Ministry provided critical support thanks to a $5,000 rapid-response grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. Part of $55,000 awarded statewide, the grant has helped LUM strengthen emergency services, warming shelters, and food and other essential assistance during the winter storm.
Thanks to this grant, LUM can continue providing food, shelter, and care to hundreds of families and unhoused neighbors affected by the storm.
“While our crews work in the field, we want to make sure community support systems are cared for,” said Stan Pinegar, Duke Energy Indiana President.
“Generous support like this allows us to respond immediately and stand with our neighbors when they need us most,” said Wes Tillett, LUM executive director.
Every dollar strengthens our ability to offer safety, warmth, and hope during the harshest days of winter.
Four Ways to Help the LUM Emergency Shelter
This winter, Lafayette Urban Ministry is working tirelessly to protect our neighbors experiencing homelessness—but we can’t do it alone. Your support for LUM Homeless Services provides life-saving resources and hope through the the Winter Warming Station and Emergency Shelter.
Here’s how YOU can make an immediate impact:
- Make a Monetary DONATION, click HERE
- Sign up to VOLUNTEER (pictured), click HERE
- Prepare a MEAL for LUM shelter guests, click HERE
- Donate Needed ITEMS, click HERE
Every gift, every hour, every meal makes a real difference. Volunteers are needed every night of the year to keep guests safe, fed, and warm. Ready to help? Click the button below, or reach out to Mason McConnell Curry at mmcconnellcurry@LUMserve.org or 765-423-2691. Because of you, no one is left out in the cold. Step up today.