Reception Honored 40 Years of Food Pantries
LUM Providing Food Assistance for 40+ Years Last Thursday, LUM celebrated the 40th Anniversary of Food Pantries & Food Assistance with a reception at the LUM Protein Food Pantry. The
The Working Hungry – Screening & Discussion
FREE | Thursday, August 31 | 6:30 p.m. | Long Center Join us for a FREE screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary The Working Hungry. This 30-minute film tells the story of
Save the Dates for LUM Fall Happenings
Although the month of August is often referred to as the “dogs days of summer,” LUM is focused on “fall happenings.” Here are the highlights, month by month. For more
LUM Volunteer of the Month – Rob Morgan
LUM Volunteer of the Month – August 2023 Robert Morgan is the August LUM Volunteer of the Month. Rob was born in Fort Wayne, IN, grew up in Columbia City,
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.
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