United Against Criminalizing Homelessness
LUM Joins Other Agencies in Condemning SB-285 Lafayette Urban Ministry, Greater Lafayette Family Shelter, LTHC Homeless Services, and YWCA of Greater Lafayette are united in condemning Indiana’s recently passed Senate
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
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
LUM Staff Retreat Sparks Connection
Storytelling, Juggling, and Team Growth LUM staff members recently gathered for a retreat focused on connection, growth, and team building. The day began with breakfast and social time, followed by
Three Events Making a Community Impact
The Past – Run the Ball 2025 Supports LUM Purdue FIJI Run the Ball Event Supports LUM Members of the Purdue FIJI fraternity recently invited Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, to their chapter dinner
Four Ways to Celebrate Reading with LUM
Provide Snacks | Volunteer | Donate Needed Items LUM provides safe, fun, and enriching childcare for children in Kindergarten through 6th grade year-round. The LUM After School Program serves up to 70 students from local
LUM Mission Moment – Meet Tanya & Her Kids
A Place to Grow, Year After Year One local family has grown alongside LUM Youth Programs. All four siblings found stability, encouragement, and a sense of belonging through the After School Program and summer LUM