Legacy Giving Guide
The Transformative Power of Giving At Lafayette Urban Ministry, we believe in the transformative power of giving. Your support is instrumental in shaping our community, and we invite you to
LUM Board Advocating for Food Security
Writing Letters in Support of the Farm Bill The LUM Board of Directors is taking a determined stance against food insecurity. They are actively championing the reauthorization of the Farm Bill and appealing to U.S.
A Letter from Executive Director, Wes Tillett
Mission Moment – The Story of Nadia Dear Friend, An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when it comes to homelessness. That holds true for Nadia and
“The Working Hungry” Impacts Community
Local Attendees Gather to Fight Hunger Last week, Lafayette Urban Ministry, along with Food Finders Food Bank and Bread for the World, kicked off Hunger Action Month by hosting a free screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary The
LUM Research – Assistance Programs
Summary Lafayette Urban Ministry has a longstanding Financial Assistance Program aimed at supporting low-income residents of Tippecanoe County, Indiana, who are within 185% of the federal poverty line. The program
LUM Cooling Station
About The LUM Cooling Station is located in the LUM Office (420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, IN) and will open each weekday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the
Thanks to Dick & Betty Nelson – Tree Planters
The Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette completed a gift matching opportunity to support the 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program at Lafayette Urban Ministry, which was announced in the summer of 2022. Richard C. & Betty M.
LUM Summer Students & the “Literacy” Assessment
Preparing Students for Academic Success The summer break poses a unique challenge for low-income families, as the “summer slide” phenomenon (loss of knowledge) can disproportionately affect children from economically disadvantaged
How LUM Utilizes Data to Improve Lives
Literacy | Empathy | Mentoring | Hope As an organization committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and our community, LUM has recognized the pivotal role
Summer Family Focus – LUM Youth Programs
5th Quarter Summer Learning & LUM Camp The focus of summer youth programs at LUM is to prepare local children for success, especially when they return to school next week.