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.
Join Us – LUM Food Assistance Celebration
LUM 40th Anniversary – Food Pantries & Food Assistance Programs You are cordially invited to attend a FREE reception to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of LUM Food Assistance Programs. Here are the
LUM Financial Assistance Program Needs Volunteers
Weekly Volunteer Opportunity – Weekday Mornings The LUM Financial Assistance Program is looking for volunteers who are interested in serving one morning each week. So far this year, Last year
Volunteer Afternoon Receptionists Needed
Daytime Volunteer Opportunity – Biweekly If you’re interested in a recurring, daytime service opportunity, consider becoming a Volunteer Afternoon Receptionist at Lafayette Urban Ministry. A Volunteer Afternoon Receptionist is needed each weekday from noon to
Calling All Local Gardeners
The LUM Food Pantries welcome donations from “Giving Gardeners” who have “grown a row” for LUM or simply wish to donate from their garden. LUM Welcomes Donations from “Giving Gardeners”
LUM Research – Summer Literacy Assessment
LUM Summer Students & the “Literacy” Assessment The summer break poses a unique challenge for low-income families, as the “summer slide” phenomenon (loss of knowledge) can disproportionately affect children from
The Working Hungry – Screening & Discussion
FREE | Thursday, August 31 | 6:30 p.m. Join us for a FREE screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary The Working Hungry. This 30-minute film tells the story of three Indiana families
LUM Camp 2023 – Enriching & Memorable
80 Local Children Have Ultimate Camp Experience LUM Camp was an incredibly enriching and memorable week for 80 local children (8-9-10 year olds). This year’s theme was “Music!“ The program used
Impact of LUM in 2023 – First Seven Months
Impressive Numbers in 7 Months – Thanks to YOU! Lafayette Urban Ministry plays a vital role in addressing various social, humanitarian, and family issues. The impact of LUM is only possible