Upcoming Events You Won’t Want to Miss
Tuesday, March 10 | 5 PMConnection Point Church Friday, April 10 | 6 PMThe Stine Barn
Pottery Project Benefits LUM Families
Local Student Brings Hand-Crafted Hope to LUM Creativity met generosity in Pottery with a Purpose, a student-led fundraiser that made a real impact for Lafayette Urban Ministry. Alaire Oakes, a
Six Ways to Support LUM Food Programs
Offer Food, Warmth & Kindness This Winter As food and housing costs continue to rise, more local families are relying on LUM Food Programs for support—and food rescue is a key part of
Turn Your Pay Less Trips into Hope for LUM
Every Purchase – Every Swipe – Supports LUM DID YOU KNOW you can change lives in just a few minutes while shopping at your local Pay Less Super Market? By enrolling in the Kroger Community
Give. Make An Impact. Spread Kindness.
Check Out the LUM Wish List of Needed Items Sometimes the most meaningful way to support Lafayette Urban Ministry is with in-kind donations — the items LUM uses and needs the most
A Holiday Letter from the LUM Executive Director
“A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoicesFor yonder breaks a new and glorious morn” Dear Friend, “A thrill of hope” comes alive every time someone chooses generosity over indifference,
Turkey Trot 5K Run 2025 – Igniting Community Hope
Our Biggest Turkey Trot Yet! What an unforgettable morning! This year’s LUM Turkey Trot 5K brought together 1,267 runners and walkers, raising more than $49,000 to support our community—a 19.5%
Hendricks County Community Foundation makes a $5,000 grant to Lafayette Urban Ministry
Generous Gifts Impact LUM Families & Unhoused The Hendricks County Community Foundation awarded Lafayette Urban Ministry $5,000 from the Electric Plus Care Fund to support the LUM Financial Assistance Programs.
Understanding Required Minimum Distributions – Give Smart. Give Local. Give LUM.
What are Required Minimum Distributions? If you’re age 73 or older (or turning 73 this year), the IRS requires you to take Required Minimum Distributions from your traditional IRA or
Bob Meisel & Mary Martinie – Legacy of Giving – Partners in Hope
Legacy Partners Spotlight: Bob Meisel & Mary Martinie For more than three decades, Dr. Robert “Bob” Meisel and Mary Martinie have embodied the very best of compassionate service and philanthropic