Meet Leanna - New LUM Finance Director |
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Wes's Weekly Wrap Up - The LUM Origin Story |
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In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, introduces the History of LUM, in honor of the LUM 50th Anniversary. Pictured above is Hope Chapel Presbyterian Church, Lafayette, where the LUM origin story began. LUM was incorporated in October 1972; and during this anniversary month, Wes will highlight different aspects of LUM. Please take a few minutes to watch the video and SHARE with others. Join us for the LUM 50th Anniversary Party (October 19). See below for details.
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Meet Leanna - New LUM Finance Director |
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Leanna Giltmier Joins the LUM Leadership Team |
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Leanna Giltmier is the new LUM Finance Director. She grew up in Decatur, Illinois and currently lives in West Lafayette with her husband, Brett. Leanna has two children, Megan & Nick, who are in college; and her stepson, Andrew, is in his first year of residency in a hospital emergency room. She earned a BS from the University of Illinois. Leanna has served with West Lafayette Band Boosters, March-a-Thon (president & founder), and MOPS International.
When reflecting on her excitement and pride in joining the LUM team, Leanna stated that, “LUM puts hands and feet to one of my favorite verses (Micah 6:8) in the Bible, ‘Love mercy, do justice, and walk humbly with your God.’ I love that LUM is known for bringing the faith community together to serve the vulnerable with dignity.”
Leanna is a lifelong learner. She enjoys working with passionate individuals who work as a team to make processes more efficient and make strategic and operational decisions with good data. Leanna has volunteered with the LUM Immigration Clinic and the LUM Food Pantries. She worked in financial management for a large corporation earlier in her career. For the past several years, Leanna has focused on raising her family and volunteering in the community. For enjoyment, she loves reading, planning family vacations, exploring US national parks, and is an avid sports fan, especially college basketball and tennis.
LUM is fortunate to have someone with Leanna’s experience and passion join the LUM staff. Join us in welcoming her to the LUM team.
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Sign up today for the LUM Turkey Trot 5K Run (Thursday, November 24). Make it a family tradition, wear a fun hat or costume, and have the most fun you can have running on Thanksgiving morning. All proceeds benefit local individuals, families and children through LUM programs and services.
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Arconic Gives Gift to LUM Immigration Clinic |
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Arconic Donates $25,000 for LUM Refugee Support |
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Moved by the work that the LUM Immigration Clinic has done recently to offer assistance to Ukrainian and Afghan refugees in protected status, Arconic recently presented Christian Gallo, LUM Immigration Clinic director, and Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, with a “big” check for $25,000!
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You are invited to the LUM 50th Anniversary Party on the actual anniversary of the incorporation of Lafayette Urban Ministry in October of 1972. Join us for cake, ice cream and a gathering honoring the past and looking with excitement toward the future. If you are not able to attend, consider celebrating the LUM 50th Anniversary by making a donation to the LUM Good Samaritan Fund.
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October Begins The Season for Planning |
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Create a Personal Legacy with LUM Planned Giving |
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October brings cooler nights, pumpkins, colorful trees, football, having fun outdoors with family, and preparing. In addition to preparing for the winter — consider also preparing for the future.
Continuing your support of Lafayette Urban Ministry beyond your own lifetime takes "planning." Estate Planning strategy is a win-win for you and LUM. In addition to the altruistic benefits, your charitable gift to LUM brings tax relief — and also allows you to make a larger gift to LUM than you could from your income alone. The benefits of this type of donation are attractive, whether you use cash, appreciated securities/stock, real estate, artwork, partnership interests, personal property, life insurance, a retirement plan — or name LUM in your will.
Meet with your professional advisor to learn more about planned giving. Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, would enjoy meeting with you when you are ready to begin the conversation (wtillett@LUMserve.org | 765-423-2691). Whatever you decide, enjoy this season with your family and friends and think for a moment about the mission of Lafayette Urban Ministry and the families we serve.
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Hello October! Get Engaged with LUM Today |
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Quick Links to Awesome Engagement Opportunities |
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Community Thanksgiving Feast
Thursday, November 24 – Noon – Thanksgiving Day
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Emergency Shelter & Winter Warming Station
Every Night – 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
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LUM Food Pantries - Lafayette & West Lafayette
Thursdays & Fridays – 10 a.m. to Noon
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LUM is Hiring - Financial Assistance Director |
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Half-time | Salaried | Benefits | Weekday Hours |
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Lafayette Urban Ministry is looking for an experienced individual who can help our clients with financial emergencies, provide assistance, and find the resources they need to manage difficulties they are currently facing. Successful candidates will oversee a talented team of volunteers who see a full caseload, meet with clients to determine their current needs and advise clients on what kind of help is available, and submit paperwork on time to get assistance. Our ideal candidate has at least two years of experience with client relations preferably as a social worker and has experience working with a diverse population of individuals and families.
Anticipated start date is December 1, 2022. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter online. To begin, click HERE. If you have any questions, please email careers@LUMserve.org. Please SHARE with others who may be interested and qualified.
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Title: Director: Financial Assistance Program, ID Clinic
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Status: Half-time, Salaried
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Supervisor: Executive Program Director
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Hours: Weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon
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Starting Salary: $19,500 annually - $20 per hour
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Starting Cash Benefit: $6,435 annually
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