Wind Chill Impact on LUM Emergency Shelter
Winter Has Arrived! Lafayette Urban Ministry has a shelter protocol for severely cold and snowy weather. In collaboration with the City of Lafayette and Mental Health America, LUM will provide
Happy New Year from LUM
Let’s take a moment this New Year’s Eve to “Make a Toast” to the LUM accomplishments of 2014. Raise a Glass… If you prepared a meal for the homeless and
Consider an End-of-the-Year Donation
When Christmas and the New Year approach, many are motivated to think about philanthropy and goodwill toward the community. It is also a perfect time to assess what you have
Little Inspirations of Giving
Each birthday, Anna (8) & Emily (6) Foerg have asked their friends to bring food to their parties instead of birthday gifts. Pictured right is Emily with her donation of
TNR Turkey Trot 5K Run — $10,000 for LUM
At a recent ceremony, Travis and Tammy Butts, owners of Tri-N-Run, presented Joe Micon, LUM executive director with a check for $10,000 from the Turkey Trot 5K Run 2014. Accodring
LUM Distributes 2014 Hunger Hike Proceeds, Thanks Community for Their Generosity
Hunger Hike 2014 raised over $95,000 — Setting a New Record! On Sunday, September 21, 2014, hundreds of Hunger Hike participants helped raise over $95,000 to meet the needs of
LUM’s Unexpected Blessings — YOU!
December 2014 Dear Friend, Amid all the hustle and bustle of the season, I try to look for those unexpected blessings that make Christmas so special…. The laughter of a child
Reflections for Jubilee Christmas
As LUM Jubilee Christmas approaches we must remember the real meaning of Christmas and celebrate the true spirit of giving. Below are several Bible verses upon which to reflect and
Jubilee Christmas – Donations Needed by Tuesday
LUM Jubilee Christmas is Saturday, December 13th, and Donations are needed by Tuesday, December 9th. The main Donation Center is at the LUM Ray Ewry Youth Center (525 N 4th
TNR Turkey Trot 5K Run — Race Results 2014
At the crack of dawn on Thanksgiving morning, close to 600 started their holiday off on the right foot by joining in on the Annual Tri-N-Run Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk