Five Ways to Help the LUM Emergency Shelter
Donate | Volunteer | Prepare a Meal | Deep Cleaning Days As the spring progresses and summer approaches, LUM seeks your continued support in assisting individuals in our community who
Winter Warming Station Offered Help & Hope
A Safe, Warm Place for 396 Guests, 7,042 Times The winter of 2025–2026 in Lafayette, Indiana, brought shifting conditions—from a mild start to a bitter cold stretch and one of
LUM Mission Moment – Ernie’s Journey
From Shelter to Stability: How Your Support Transformed Ernie’s Life Because of you, Ernie found hope when life felt impossible. After multiple personal and family losses, he arrived at the
An Innovative Way to Support Your Neighbors
Consider Qualified Charitable Distributions Learn how a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA can make a lasting impact at Lafayette Urban Ministry. For supporters age 70½ and older, a QCD is a smart way to support the
Create a Lasting Impact & Legacy with LUM
A Commitment to Justice, Service & Community As Lent journeys toward Easter, Passover approaches, and the celebrations of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr conclude, this holy season invites us to reflect deeply, act with purpose, and consider the legacy we
LUM Mission Moment – The Story of Kimberly
LUM Provided Stability When It Mattered Most Kimberly, a woman in her 60s, came to the LUM Financial Assistance Program facing eviction. Despite owning her trailer, she fell behind on lot rent while
Toilet Paper Needed – We’re Almost Out
LUM Needs Your Help – Every Roll Counts Did you know that toilet paper is the most used item at LUM? It is provided to shoppers at the LUM Protein Food Pantry, as
Local Students Serving at LUM with Purpose
Local Schools Support LUM Winter Warming Station Across Greater Lafayette, students are discovering that service is more than an activity—it’s a meaningful way to care for others. Recently, three local