LUM Volunteer of the Month – Carole Hahm
Lafayette Urban Ministry is proud to honor Carole Hahm has been named the LUM Volunteer of the Month for August 2025 in recognition of her dedication to serving the Lafayette
Fall is a Season of Giving
From summer’s heat to autumn’s heart — LUM is ready with a full season of community events and programs. LUM has a lineup of events and programs designed to enrich
Meet the New LUM Staff Member – Jen Bushore-Barry
LUM Donor Engagement & Event Coordinator Lafayette Urban Ministry is excited to welcome Jen Bushore-Barry as the new Donor Engagement & Event Coordinator. Jen lives in Lafayette, Indiana, and grew
LUM After School Program Kicks Off
Here are THREE WAYS You Can Make a Difference It’s back-to-school season—and at LUM, that means the After School Program is officially in session! Each weekday afternoon, the LUM Youth Programs team welcomes up to
Halftime Reflections – Gratitude & Growth
Midyear Message from the LUM Board President Halftime is a great opportunity for teams to review their performance and then tweak strategy and plans for an even better second half.
Executive Director Reflects on First 5 Years
A Note from Wes Tillett, LUM Executive Director That’s me (left) moving into my office at LUM on April 1, 2020. It was stay home, stay safe due to COVID. What a wild
70 Local Children Make a Splash at LUM Camp
The Wonders of Water, Friendship & Discovery Each summer, LUM Camp is a highlight for local children, blending fun, learning, and personal growth. This year, 70 campers (ages 8–10) enjoyed adventures like campfires, canoeing,
LUM Summer Students Show Strong Gains
LUM 5th Quarter Addressed the “Summer Slide” This summer, the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program helped 74 students in Pre-K through 7th grade avoid summer learning loss—also known as the “summer slide.” The program
LUM Midyear Impact Report – Building Hope
Every Act of Service Counts — See Your Impact At Lafayette Urban Ministry, the LUM team believes in the power of neighbors helping neighbors—one act of service at a time. And in
Calling All Local Giving Gardeners
Share Your Harvest with the LUM Food Pantry The LUM Food Pantry welcomes donations from “Giving Gardeners” who have “grown a row” for LUM or simply wish to donate from