Local Agencies Lead Housing Collaboration
PI Summit — Statewide Impact Through Shared Coordination Three LUM staff members recently attended the 40th annual Prosperity Indiana Summit (PI Summit), a statewide conference focused on affordable housing, homelessness, and community
Anonymous Gifts Strengthen LUM Lifeline
Hope Grows through Generous Local Giving Two recent anonymous gifts are helping Lafayette Urban Ministry strengthen its Mission of serving neighbors with dignity, compassion, and hope. A local couple recently made a transformational $110,000 gift to
How You Can “Get Involved” in Summer Youth Programs
LUM Summer Youth Programs are only possible through community support—and there are several meaningful ways to help: Sponsor a LUM Camper Volunteer Your Time Support Learning Support LUM Day for Dads Share
LUM Summer Youth Programs – Coming Soon
Confidence | Connection | Growth | Opportunity “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela That idea goes beyond the classroom.
Why LUM Camp Matters
Message from Wes Tillett, LUM Executive Director Who do you see in these photos? Do you see teachers, lawyers, moms, dads, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, construction workers, and social workers? They
Behind the Scenes at the Emergency Shelter
A Unique & Powerful LUM Experience You’re invited to Behind the Scenes—A LUM Homeless Services Experience. This limited, immersive evening offers a powerful, firsthand glimpse into experiencing homelessness, grounded in hospitality,
LUM Spring & Summer Service Matters
Consider Volunteering at LUM Again — or More As National Volunteer Appreciation Month concludes, Lafayette Urban Ministry invites you to reflect on how you might continue—or deepen—your commitment to service.
Get Involved with LUM Assistance Programs
Supporting Compassion in Action at LUM The impact of the LUM Financial Assistance Program, ID Clinic, and Jubilee Christmas is made possible through the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers. As these programs
LUM Staff Spotlight: Melissa K. Martin
A Lifelong Connection to LUM Melissa K. Martin serves as the Assistance Programs director at Lafayette Urban Ministry, bringing with her an incredible 28-year connection to LUM—as a Jubilee Christmas
Five Ways to Help the LUM Emergency Shelter
Donate | Volunteer | Prepare a Meal | Deep Cleaning Days As the spring progresses and summer approaches, LUM seeks your continued support in assisting individuals in our community who