This festive holiday season feels like the right time to share warmest thanks for your friendship.
Your support helps us in our calling, “Tackling basic human needs and uplifting the people of Greater Lafayette.“
Thanks for being there for Lafayette Urban Ministry during these challenging times, when our neighbors have needed us the most. The enthusiasm and generosity you’ve shown LUM are inspiring, encouraging, and much appreciated.
I hope we connect in 2022. Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season!
While preparing for holiday celebrations, it’s important to stop and reflect on the joy and blessings in your own life while also being aware that not everyone in your community is so fortunate. Please consider setting aside part of your budget to support the work of Lafayette Urban Ministry with a tax-deductible charitable donation.
So far this year, LUM has served close to 3,000 individual local households through one of the 22 programs. This incredible number is only possible because of the intentional generosity of people such as yourself. Thank you. It is our hope that, in the spirit of “good will toward all people,” youwillsupport the vital work of Lafayette Urban Ministry with a financial gift. Your contribution of $50, $100, $250, $500, or $1,000 will be used to uplift people in Greater Lafayette.
The donation process has been simplified allowing supporters to donate online, by phone, in person or by mail. Donate Online by clicking the button below -or- call us at 765-423-2691. Mail or Drop off your donation to the LUM Office, 420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47901.
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During the past year, Lafayette Urban Ministry served 2,725 families through one or another of our 22 programs.
LUM Emergency Shelter has continued to compassionately serve individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in our community. The shelter and Winter Warming Station have served more than 600 guests during 2020.
LUM Tax Assistance Program served 258 low-income workers, returning to them $386,730 in tax credits and refunds
LUM Good Samaritan Program has served dozens of families each day – who are in the throes of eviction, utility disconnects, health care or transportation emergencies. LUM has aided more than 1,550 such families so far this year.
More than, 438 households have received emergency food assistance from the LUM Protein Food Pantry
And of course Jubilee Christmas – gave Christmas to close to 1,500 children
Explore our website to see how you can make your donation to LUM more meaningful to you.
The donation process has been simplified allowing supporters to donate online, by phone, in person or by mail. Donate Onlineby clicking the button below -or- Call us at 765-423-2691. Mail or Drop off your donation to the LUM Office, 420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47901.
Sincere thanks to the outgoing 2020 LUM Board of Directors & Executive Council members, who served valiantly during the transition of a new executive director and impact of the pandemic. Congratulations to the incoming 2021 Executive Council members (pictured above L to R), who are as follows:
President – Cheryl Fowler, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tippecanoe County
Vice President – Chuck Anderson, St. Thomas Aquinas Center
Treasurer – Tricia Sembroski, At Large
Secretary – Penny Glotzbach, Congress Street United Methodist Church
Facilities – Allen “Buz” Grady, Our Saviour LutheranChurch
Personnel – Nina Morgan, Grace Lutheran Church
Program, Planning & Evaluation – Deb Parent, At Large
Executive Director – Wes Tillett, Lafayette Urban Ministry
LUM is governed by a Board of Directors — made up of one representative from each Member Church plus a few appointed individuals from specific community groups. Led by the officers listed above, the board meets each month to oversee and direct policy decisions, fiscal matters, and programming issues, and to ensure that LUM fulfills its vital Mission. The board members are passionate, hard-working, talented — and are well-equipped to serve during this difficult time.
Holiday greetings from Lafayette Urban Ministry! I hope this card finds you well and getting into the spirit of the season.
As the year draws to a close, I just want to say thanks. Thanks for your enthusiasm and generosity. Thanks for being there for LUM during this pandemic, when our neighbors have needed us the most. Your support helps us to give back the hope, the future, and self-respect to low-income people in the greater Lafayette area. We’re truly grateful.
I look forward to connecting with you in 2021. In the meantime, I wish you and your family joy and good cheer during the holidays!
As New Year’s Day approaches, we ask that you remember Lafayette Urban Ministry in your end of the year plans.
While preparing for holiday celebrations, it’s important to stop and reflect on the joy and blessings in your own life while also being aware that not everyone in your community is so fortunate. Please consider setting aside part of your budget to support the work of Lafayette Urban Ministry with a tax-deductible charitable donation.
If you review the list below, you will see that LUM persevered during the pandemic and continued to provide a number of essential services to needy families and children in our community. LUM appreciates your support of our mission, services and programs, especially during these difficult times when it’s needed to most.
Donate to LUM
During the past year, Lafayette Urban Ministry served 2,725 families through one or another of our 22 programs.
LUM Emergency Shelter has continued to compassionately serve individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in our community. The shelter and Winter Warming Station have served more than 600 guests during 2020.
LUM Tax Assistance Program served 258 low-income workers, returning to them $386,730 in tax credits and refunds
LUM Good Samaritan Program has served dozens of families each day – who are in the throes of eviction, utility disconnects, health care or transportation emergencies. LUM has aided more than 1,550 such families so far this year.
More than, 438 households have received emergency food assistance from the LUM Protein Food Pantry
And of course Jubilee Christmas – gave Christmas to close to 1,500 children
Explore our website to see how you can make your donation to LUM more meaningful to you.
The donation process has been simplified allowing supporters to donate online, by phone, in person or by mail. Donate Onlineby clicking the button below -or- Call us at 765-423-2691. Mail or Drop off your donation to the LUM Office, 420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47901.
Best wishes and thanks to the outgoing 2019 LUM Board of Directors and Executive Council members. Congratulations to the incoming 2020 Executive Council members (pictured above L to R), who are as follows:
Joan Low, President, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cheryl Fowler, Vice President, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tippecanoe County
Tricia Sembroski, Treasurer, St. Andrew United Methodist Church
Penny Glotzbach, Secretary, Congress Street United Methodist Church
Chuck Anderson, Facilities, St. Thomas Aquinas – the Catholic Center at Purdue
Nina Morgan, Personnel, Grace Lutheran Church
Patty Useem, Program Planning, Federated Church
Joe Micon, Executive Director, Lafayette Urban Ministry
LUM is governed by a Board of Directors — made up of one representative from each member church plus a few appointed individuals from specific community groups. The LUM board meets each month, overseeing and directing policy decisions, fiscal matters, and programming issues, ensuring that LUM continues to fulfill its vital mission to the community. It is led by this eight member executive council. The individuals leading the Lafayette Urban Ministry are passionate, hard working and talented — it’s bound to be another successful year!
As New Year’s Day approaches, we ask that you remember Lafayette Urban Ministry in your end of the year plans.
While preparing for joyous celebrations with your friends and family, it’s important to stop and reflect on the joy and blessings in your own life while also being aware that not everyone in your community is so fortunate.
As you gathering with loved ones, exchanging gifts and enjoying a meal, please consider setting aside part of your budget to support the work of Lafayette Urban Ministry with a tax-deductible charitable donation.
If you review the list on the right, you will see that LUM provides a number of essential services to needy families and children in our community. LUM appreciates your support of our mission, services and programs.
Explore our website to see how you can make your donation to LUM more meaningful to you.
The donation process has been simplified allowing supporters to donate online, by phone, in person or by mail.
Donate Online by clicking the button below -or- Call us at 765-423-2691. Mail or Drop off your donation to the LUM Office, 420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47901.
During the past year, the Lafayette Urban Ministry served 4,723 families through one or another of our 22 programs.
LUM’s Overnight Shelter continues to compassionately serve the chronically homeless in our community. LUM’s shelter and overnight winter warming station will serve more than 930 homeless individuals during 2019.
LUM’s Tax Preparation Program served 399 low-income workers, returning to them more than $906,000 in tax credits and refunds
LUM’s Good Samaritan Program serves up to twelve families each day – families that are in the throes of eviction, utility disconnects, health care or transportation emergencies. LUM has aided more than 1,136 such families so far this year.
Holiday greetings from Lafayette Urban Ministry! I hope this card finds you well and getting into the spirit of the season.
As the year (and decade) draws to a close, I just want to say thanks. Thanks for your enthusiasm and generosity. Thanks for being you. Your support helps us to give back the hope, the future, and self-respect to low-income people in the greater Lafayette area. We’re truly grateful.
I look forward to catching up in 2020. In the meantime, I wish you and your family joy and good cheer during the holidays!
Best wishes and thanks to the outgoing 2018 LUM Board of Directors and Executive Council members. Congratulations to the incoming 2019 Executive Council members (pictured above L to R), who are as follows:
Chuck Anderson, Facilities, St. Thomas Aquinas – Catholic Center at Purdue
Rev. Kevin Bowers, Personnel, Bethany Presbyterian Church
Cheryl Fowler, Vice President, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tippecanoe County
Joan Low, President, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Susie Riley, Treasurer, Trinity United Methodist Church
Tangie Armstrong, Secretary, Word of Life Fellowship
Patty Useem, Program, Planning & Evaluation, Federated Church
Joe Micon, Executive Director, Lafayette Urban Ministry
LUM is governed by a Board of Directors — made up of one representative from each member church plus a few appointed individuals from specific community groups. The LUM board meets each month, overseeing and directing policy decisions, fiscal matters, and programming issues, ensuring that LUM continues to fulfill its vital mission to the community. It is led by an eight member executive council. The individuals leading the Lafayette Urban Ministry are passionate, hard working and talented — it’s going to be another fruitful year!
LUM is governed by a Board of Directors — made up of one representative from each member church plus a few appointed individuals from specific community groups. The LUM board meets each month, overseeing and directing policy decisions, fiscal matters, and programming issues, ensuring that LUM continues to fulfill its vital mission to the community. It is led by an eight member executive council.
Best wishes and congratulations to the outgoing 2017 LUM Board of Directors. A special thank you to the incoming 2018 Executive Council members (pictured L to R above), who are as follows:
Mark Thomas, President, Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Ashley Bonnes, Vice President, Lafayette Christian Reformed Church
Susie Riley, Treasurer, Trinity United Methodist Church
Joan Low, Secretary, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cheryl Fowler, Facilities, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tippecanoe County
Marilyn Zerbes, Personnel, At Large
Patty Useem, Program, Planning & Evaluation, Federated Church
Joe Micon, Executive Director, Lafayette Urban Ministry
The individuals leading the Lafayette Urban Ministry are passionate, hard working and talented — it’s going to be another successful year!
