Mission Moment – Kevin’s Story
From Shelter Guest to Shelter Volunteer Eight months ago, Kevin came to the LUM Emergency Shelter in need of a safe place to sleep and a path forward. Thanks to the stability and support he
The Real Unsung Hero at LUM is YOU!
Give Today – Help LUM Continue to Uplift & Serve In 2022, LUM served 3,588 households, providing assistance 35,079 times through 20 different programs and events. All of this positive community impact is
LUM Match Program Gives a Hand Up
Shelter Guests Benefit from the Opportunity Fund “I am forever grateful to LUM!” Timothy Kennell spoke with emotion. After many months of struggle, Timothy moved out of the LUM Emergency Shelter and into an
Mission Moment – Meet Newly-Housed Timothy
Emergency Shelter Guest Receives Match Funds At this month’s LUM Board meeting, Timothy Kennell (56) shared his journey from needing a bed with LUM in February 2022 to being employed and housed today. While
The “Grit” of LUM Homeless Services
A Letter from Wes Tillett, LUM Executive Director “The seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering
Mission Moment – Jonathan’s Success Story
LUM Homeless Shelter Guest Gets Housed Jonathan, a former LUM Emergency Shelter guest, epitomizes GRIT. His first overnight stay was back in 2019, and he’s been in and out for the past three years. Jonathan is
Mission Moment – The Story of Tina
LUM Helps Divert the Eviction of a Local Family Her tears of desperation turned into tears of gratitude. Tina came to Lafayette Urban Ministry looking for some financial assistance with her rent.
Jay Gives Free Haircuts and So Much More
Jay Soto, Local Barber Volunteers at LUM Once a month LUM offers FREE haircuts in the LUM Office for clients and Emergency Shelter guests. One of the regular volunteers is
Patrick – From Shelter Guest to LUM Staff Member
The Story of Patrick’s Journey This synergy has made an impact on individuals such as Patrick Renfroe. In 2016, Patrick became a guest at the LUM Emergency Shelter, seeking to break free
Mission Moment – The Story of Beth’s Journey
As Told by Linda Hicks, LUM Program Director Beth came to the LUM Office seeking assistance with the LUM Good Samaritan Program. She needed help with the deposit on her new apartment. Over the past