LUM Summer Programs are Winding Down |
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Wes's Weekly Wrap Up - LUM Summer of Service |
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In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, celebrates the success of the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program and THANKS all of the volunteers who assisted the LUM teachers as a part of the LUM Summer of Service. Please take 61 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others.
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Summer Learning Continues through August 6 |
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Students Better Prepared to Return to School |
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When students return to school in two weeks, many of them — especially those from low income families — will be starting with achievement levels lower than where they were at the beginning of the summer break. That’s why Lafayette Urban Ministry has been so committed to our 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. The 5th Quarter program offers low-income children the chance to keep pace academically with their peers, who may have more opportunities.
The program is in session each weekday throughout the summer months. This summer
there are 64 students enrolled. They begin their day with a nutritious snack and reading time. Then it is on to learning math, science, and social studies, taught through both classroom and online study. The students also regularly go on local recreation & learning excursions.
Please, consider investing in the success of the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program! Your support gives a child a better chance for academic success and a better future. If you wish to make a donation go to LUMserve.org/donate or click the button below.
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Two $5,000 Gifts from Two Local Churches |
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Renewal Church & Covenant Church Support LUM |
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Recently the members of Renewal Church in Lafayette donated $5,000 to LUM. This gift will have an immediate positive impact on our neighbors in need, including families, children & individuals experiencing homelessness.
Join us in thanking the leadership and members of Renewal Church for their continued support of LUM.
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The members of Covenant Church in West Lafayette donated $5,000 to LUM. The Covenant Missions chair stated that, "This is an unrestricted gift to help your organization provide for the critical needs of our community, and to support the many deserving local children who may need financial support for summer camps and after school activities." Covenant Church youth have also volunteered regularly all summer long (pictured below).
Join us in thanking the leadership and members of Covenant Church for their continued support of LUM.
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If you, your church or your group would like to make a donation to LUM, go to LUMserve.org/donate or click the button below.
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Local Youth Groups from Volunteer at LUM |
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LUM Ray Ewry Center Gets a New Coat of Paint |
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As a part of the LUM Summer of Service, students from Connection Point Church (Lafayette) and Eastside Assembly of God (Lafayette) volunteered this week at the LUM Ray Ewry Center, home to LUM youth programs and the Emergency Shelter. Volunteering at LUM was part of the churches' "Project Third" (God first, others second, self third), which is a week of serving the local community. Some student-volunteers put a new coat of paint on the trim, door frames, railings, back entrance staircase and playground. Others tidied up the grounds and assembled shelving units in the basement.
LUM is grateful for the help from these hard-working students from Connection Point and Eastside Assembly of God. Their passion for getting involved in making this a better community for everyone is inspiring. If you or your group would like to volunteer during the LUM Summer of Service, click HERE. To view more PHOTOS, click HERE.
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LUM Seeking Spanish-Speaking Volunteers |
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Weekday Afternoon Volunteer Opportunity |
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LUM has a volunteer opportunity for an individual who is fluent in conversational & written Spanish.
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Volunteers would be needed up to two hours per week
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Hours are flexible, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Duties would include reviewing voice mail messages, following up with clients by phone or email, and translating marketing and information materials like event fliers, door signs & brochures
Join a dynamic team of volunteers who are passionate about serving our neighbors in need. For more information, email or call Terri Anderson, LUM volunteer coordinator (765-423-2691 | volunteer@LUMserve.org).
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LUM Fall Events Are Just Around the Corner |
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Mark Your Calendars - Get Engaged for Good |
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HUNGER HIKE | Sunday, September 19 at 1 p.m. | Riehle Plaza, Lafayette, IN
PORT of HOPE - the Immigration Clinic Fundraiser | Thursday, November 4 at 5:30 p.m. | Lafayette Brewing Co., Lafayette, IN
TURKEY TROT 5K Run | Thursday, November 25 at 8 a.m. | Celery Bog Nature Area, West Lafayette, IN
JUBILEE Christmas | Saturday, December 11 | All Day | Events at 27 Locations in Lafayette/West Lafayette, IN
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