Summertime Gladness – Big Impact on Youth
A Season of Growth & Fun through Youth Programs During the summer months, Lafayette Urban Ministry focuses on providing enrichment and joy for local children. Research cautions that children may suffer from
Unleashing Summer Magic: LUM Camp 2024
Adventure, Friendship & Learning for 83 Local Kids LUM Camp is the highlight of the summer for 83 local children, ages 8 to 10, and this year was particularly special. LUM Campers reveled in a
Spotlight on Food Pantry Volunteer Directors
LUM Superstars – Nina Morgan & Kirk Germond NINA Morgan’s dedication to the LUM Protein Food Pantry is truly inspiring. With a background in Home Economics Education from Purdue University and 36 years
A Big LUM Camp Cheer to Our Donors
Making Magical Memories for Local Children Thanks to our amazing individual donors and generous gifts from organizations, close to 90 campers (8-9-10 years old) are heading to LUM Camp next week. They’ll be
Ray Ewry: Celebrating 124 Years Since His First Olympic Games
Lafayette Native’s Journey from Polio to Purdue to Olympic Glory Today, the LUM Ray Ewry Center buzzes with the energy and excitement of students engaged in the LUM 5th Quarter
Visiting African Leaders Inspire LUM Students
Mandela Washington Fellows Visit LUM Students Recently, four participants from the Mandela Washington Fellowship Program at Purdue University brought their expertise to the students of the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. Carolle Adigui from
Excitement & Generosity Boost LUM Summer
New Endowment Ensures a Bright Future Betty and Dick Nelson, along with Eileen Steele, brought some excitement to the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program with a recent visit with the students. Dick Nelson’s
LUM Program Mitigates the “Summer Slide”
The Impact on Literacy and Learning at LUM Operating every weekday, the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program enrolled 74 students this year. Alongside nutritious meals, participants are engaging in diverse
Meet the LUM Summer Education Team
5th Quarter – An Impactful Summer Youth Program LUM proudly introduces the dedicated team behind the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. Led by Kristi Hogue, the LUM Youth Programs
A Letter from the Executive Director
LUM is Opening Hands to Share with OthersJoin Us & Support the LUM Good Samaritan Fund Dear Friend, I see many people in Greater Lafayette following John the Baptist’s guidance