LUM Celebrates Volunteers and Their Impact
Leadership Thanks Volunteers Service Commitment On April 29, LUM hosted a Volunteer Appreciation Reception in recognition of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, celebrating those whose time and dedication sustain the LUM Mission year-round. Volunteers support LUM food
Celebrating Service, Impact, and Gratitude
Thank You Volunteers: A Lifeline of Help & Hope During National Volunteer Appreciation Month, LUM warmly invites you to join in honoring our volunteers, whose service provides a lifeline of help and
LUM Staff Spotlight: Melissa K. Martin
A Lifelong Connection to LUM Melissa K. Martin serves as the Assistance Programs director at Lafayette Urban Ministry, bringing with her an incredible 28-year connection to LUM—as a Jubilee Christmas
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
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