70 Local Children Make a Splash at LUM Camp
The Wonders of Water, Friendship & Discovery Each summer, LUM Camp is a highlight for local children, blending fun, learning, and personal growth. This year, 70 campers (ages 8–10) enjoyed adventures like campfires, canoeing,
LUM Summer Students Show Strong Gains
LUM 5th Quarter Addressed the “Summer Slide” This summer, the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program helped 74 students in Pre-K through 7th grade avoid summer learning loss—also known as the “summer slide.” The program
LUM Midyear Impact Report – Building Hope
Every Act of Service Counts — See Your Impact At Lafayette Urban Ministry, the LUM team believes in the power of neighbors helping neighbors—one act of service at a time. And in
Calling All Local Giving Gardeners
Share Your Harvest with the LUM Food Pantry The LUM Food Pantry welcomes donations from “Giving Gardeners” who have “grown a row” for LUM or simply wish to donate from
Leave a Legacy of Love & Hope Through LUM
You’re Invited to Join the LUM Legacy Partners For more than 50 years, Lafayette Urban Ministry has served neighbors in crisis—offering shelter, food, and hope to those who need it most. You can ensure
LUM Cooling Station Provides Vital Refuge During Heatwave
Standing with the Unhoused During the Heatwave As temperatures soared during the recent heatwave, the LUM Cooling Station—located at the LUM Office—served as a critical refuge for individuals needing a break from
Starbucks Honors LUM with $1,000 Grant
All Local Starbucks Locations Join & Select LUM Local Starbucks Managers Surprise LUM with Neighborhood Grant Local Starbucks’ store managers, along with the district manager, recently visited LUM to present
Christmas-in-July Event Supports LUM
Grace UMC Raises Funds for LUM Jubilee Christmas Grace United Methodist Church recently hosted a festive “Christmas in July” event to raise awareness and support for LUM Jubilee Christmas. This
It’s Not Too Late for a Summer to Remember!
Get Involved | Volunteer | Donate | Bring Joy Jump into the LUM Summer of Service — where your time turns into real impact, and your energy helps build a stronger, more compassionate
Purdue’s Mandela Washington Fellows Impact LUM
Visiting African Leaders Inspire LUM Students Participants from the 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship Institute at Purdue University recently visited students in the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. They spent the afternoon talking with students about