Consider an End-of-the-Year Gift to LUM
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
Bah Humbug! Battling Your Inner Scrooge
By Joe Micon, LUM Executive Director I have an inner Scrooge. There, I said it. Perhaps over the years I have grown a little cynical about Christmas. Too much to
LUM Emergency Shelter Needs Bath Towels
The LUM Emergency Shelter needs bath towels. New, white, 100% cotton, bath-size towels are preferred. Please consider a gift of towels today. Cash donations allow LUM to purchased what is
Noticing, Respecting & Supporting
Dear Friend, Many years ago, when I was an undergraduate sociology student at Purdue, I volunteered at the Lafayette Urban Ministry. My job here was to help provide emergency financial
Only 50 Days to Jubilee Christmas 2016
Pictured above — Jillaine Shoop, LUM volunteer, manages the calls for this year’s LUM Jubilee Christmas registration. Thanks to Jillaine and all of our Jubilee Christmas registration volunteers & staff, who
LUM Jubilee Christmas – Family Assistance
The 38th annual LUM Jubilee Christmas will host over 800 local families impacting over 1,900 children. The program strengthens low-income families by supporting the important roles of moms and dads —
Remember LUM in Your Will
What would happen if each of us gave a gift in our will, no matter how large or small, to Lafayette Urban Ministry? Your gift could inspire at-risk youth, fight
Creasy Springs Donates Truckload of Food
This summer, the staff & employees at Creasy Springs Health Campus held activities & events to raise money & collect food for the St. John’s/LUM Food Pantry. Recently, on behalf
Creasy Springs Health — $500 Award to LUM
Creasy Springs Health Campus, which is a part of the Trilogy Health Services, was recently awarded a “5-Star Rating” by their affiliate hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital — a member of
Creasy Springs Donates $5,065 to LUM
Creasy Springs Health Campus this week presented LUM with a gift of $5,065.97. The staff at Creasy Spring Health Campus selected Lafayette Urban Ministry as the recipient of their annual