In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, encourages you to intentionally invest some of your time THIS year to serving others. It's a win-win! Please take 59 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others. See more details on volunteering with LUM below.

Many know that volunteering has a positive impact on the community. Did you know it also benefits you and your family? Committing your time to serving others helps you make new friends, improves your mental health, and boosts your self-esteem and self-confidence.

{References: Mayo Clinic Health System & Western Connecticut State University.}

This is what makes VOLUNTEERING the best New Year's Resolution. It helps LUM and the community plus enriches you and your family. LUM offers many different opportunities, from working one-on-one with a child to helping run the homeless shelter. To view all LUM Volunteer Opportunities, click HERE. To check out the current LUM volunteer needs, click the specific program link here:

| Tax Assistance Program | Shelter Volunteer | Immigration Clinic |

| Food Pantries | Afternoon Receptionist | After School Program |

Make 2023 the year that you follow through on your New Year’s resolution to make a difference in the lives of your local neighbors in need by volunteering at LUM.

In December it was announced that Hunger Hike 2022 raised $118,891.83. The sponsoring organizations, St. Thomas Aquinas Haiti Ministry, Lafayette Urban Ministry, and Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. each received $33,370.49.

These funds are already working to fight hunger and give food assistance to families & individuals locally, regionally and in Haiti — and giving hope to those in need during this difficult time.

Mark your calendars — Hunger Hike 2023 is scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, September 17. If you wish to make a donation to Hunger Hike 2023, click the button below. If you are interested in becoming a Hunger Hike 2023 event sponsor, email info@HungerHike.org.

GALA of HOPE | Saturday, June 24 at 7 p.m. | Wells Community Cultural Center, Lafayette, IN – Gala of Hope is a festive fundraising event in support of the LUM Immigration Clinic. To learn more — go to LUMserve.org/gala-of-hope.

HUNGER HIKE | Sunday, September 17 at Noon | Riehle Plaza, Lafayette, IN – Join us in the Fight Against Hunger — locally, regionally & globally — by participating in Hunger Hike 2023. Hunger Hike benefits Lafayette Urban Ministry Food Programs, Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. and St. Thomas Aquinas Haiti Ministry. To learn more — go to HungerHike.org.

TURKEY TROT 5K Run | Thursday, November 23 at 8:30 a.m. | Cattail Trail Loop, West Lafayette, IN – Start off your Thanksgiving day with the Turkey Trot 5K Run. All proceeds benefit local families through the programs and services at Lafayette Urban Ministry. To learn more — go to TurkeyTrot5KRun.org.

Community THANKSGIVING Feast | Thursday, November 23 at Noon | Central Presbyterian Church, Lafayette, IN – Join us on Thanksgiving Day from noon to 2 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church (Lafayette) for a free community event with dinner, dessert, and music. To learn more — go to LUMserve.org/thanksgiving

JUBILEE Christmas | Saturday, December 9 | All Day | Events at 29 Locations in Lafayette/West Lafayette, IN - Jubilee Christmas is a special program for families with children ages 12 and younger. Families who participate are invited to a host site and are able to select new toys for their children. To learn more — go to LUMserve.org/jubilee.