Message from LUM Executive Director
LUM is Family | Resource | Partner | Resilient My Beloved LUM Family, In April 2020, I came to this community thinking Lafayette Urban Ministry was a good nonprofit organization doing many compassionate
Mission, Vision, Values
Adopted – June 18, 2025 MISSION Lafayette Urban Ministry is a lifeline for our neighbors—meeting basic human needs, offering financial assistance, and inspiring hope. VISION All individuals and families in Greater
Outreach and Advocacy
LUM Outreach initiatives and advocacy programs and services.
Homeless Services
LUM programs and services for individuals who are unhoused and experiencing homelessness are listed below. If you wish to make a donation or volunteer, please click the links below. About
Events
LUM Calendar of Events
Dine to Donate - August 5, 2026
Hunger Hike - Sunday - third weekend in September
Behind the Scenes - A LUM Homeless Services Experience
Empty Bowls - October 28,
Food Programs
LUM Food Assistance Programs & Events are listed below. If you wish to make a donation or volunteer with a LUM food program, click the links below. Volunteer
ID Clinic
The LUM ID Clinic offers individuals assistance with the process of obtaining a valid Indiana identification card. Today, a legal ID is needed to open a bank account, to secure
Assistance Programs
LUM programs that offer financial and advocacy assistance for individuals and families. Please click the button below to make a donation or sign up to volunteer with a LUM assistance
Youth Programs | Children & Families
LUM programs and services focused on Children & Families are listed below. If you wish to make a donation or volunteer, please click the links below. Summer Childcare 5th Quarter
Blog
Read the LUM Blog Posts and learn all about the happenings at Lafayette Urban Ministry. See the most Recent LUM Posts, at the bottom of this page — and read more