Meet Lori - Superstar LUM Volunteer |
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Wes's Weekly Wrap Up - Grateful for You! |
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In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, reflects on a successful LUM Thanksgiving day and shares his excitement for the upcoming LUM Jubilee Christmas. Please take 52 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others.
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TODAY - Last Day to "Double Your Donation" |
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TODAY is the last day to DOUBLE your DONATION & DOUBLE your IMPACT! Throughout the month of November, the Neil Klemme State Farm Insurance Agency of West Lafayette has been offering a "$3,000 Match Donation" to support LUM Homeless Services, allowing you to double your donation and significantly impact local families and the unhoused community. Simply click the "Klemme Match" button, contribute, and witness Neil Klemme Insurance Agency matching donations up to $3,000, showcasing the generous support from this local business.
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Meet Lori - November Volunteer of the Month |
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Lori S. Hullinger - Superstar LUM Volunteer |
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Lori Hullinger has been actively involved with LUM for more than ten years. She started by washing dishes at the LUM Community Thanksgiving Feast. Today, Lori helps manage the kitchen operations at the annual Thanksgiving event, volunteers weekly at the LUM Protein Food Pantry (pictured), and assists with assembling LUM mailings. Her passion for individuals experiencing food insecurity is unwavering. Her passion, work ethic, reliability, thoughtfulness, and quiet leadership have earned Lori the well-deserved honor of LUM Volunteer of the Month.
Lori enjoys that she and her husband, David, are often able to volunteer at LUM together. When reflecting on what gives her the most pride in volunteering with LUM, she shared that, “LUM does so much for our community with all of its varied programs. It is wonderful to work with the other volunteers to benefit those in need in our community.” Lori added that, “LUM has many opportunities for volunteering so you can choose what fits best for you. All the volunteers I have encountered are awesome to work with. LUM leadership is extremely grateful for the volunteers, and you feel very appreciated.”
Join us in congratulating Lori S. Hullinger for being selected the LUM Volunteer of the Month for November 2023. If you would like to volunteer with LUM, check out the LUM website or call or email the LUM volunteer coordinator, Terri Anderson (volunteer@LUMserve.org | 765-423-2691).
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Great Gift Idea - One of a Kind Holiday Cards |
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Support Lafayette Urban Ministry this holiday season by joining our Holiday & Christmas Card Fundraiser. Six card designs are available for purchase online. Each card was designed by a current LUM student. Spread love and support while making a difference, as all proceeds directly benefit the LUM After School Program. They make great cards for you to send or to give as a gift. Purchase LUM holiday cards and invest in LUM students this holiday season.
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Nine Day Countdown to Jubilee Christmas |
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VOLUNTEER elves are needed for LUM Jubilee Christmas part 2 on Saturday, December 9 — a great opportunity to host a family and assist with their holiday shopping. Please SHARE this with others.
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GIVE NEEDED ITEMS to LUM Jubilee Christmas. Donations of new, unwrapped toys, clothing (newborn to 12-year-old), books, games, sports equipment, quilts/family blankets are welcome. Donations may be dropped off tomorrow (Friday, December 1) at the LUM Office (Lafayette) and through next Tuesday at Greyhouse Coffee & Supply Co. (West Lafayette) and Oakland Academy (Lafayette).
Volunteering, making a monetary donation or giving new, unwrapped toys, clothing, books, and more are greatly appreciated. Make this a special Christmas for local children with your support of LUM Jubilee Christmas.
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LUM Jubilee Christmas is a special LUM program for families with children ages 12 and younger. Participants will attend an event on Saturday, December 9 at one of our 28 host sites and select new toys for their children. Each parent will be assigned a host who will assist them in shopping and wrapping their gifts. Each family also will receive a food gift card and homemade Christmas cookies to make their Christmas dinner more special. This year, 646 local families will participates, impacting 1,790 children. |
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LUM seeks a Development Director to oversee fundraising initiatives, manage relationships with partners, and lead the expansion of donor support, transitioning towards a major-gift-focused operation. This role involves creating and executing annual development plans, strategizing multi-year fundraising efforts, and engaging with donors to encourage ongoing contributions and seek financial support through various channels.
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Financial Assistance Program |
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Homeless Services | Shelter |
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