LUM Celebrates 40 Years of Food Assistance |
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Wes's Weekly Wrap Up - LUM Camp Exuberance |
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In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, shares the highlights of LUM Camp 2023, which ends tomorrow afternoon. Please take 58 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others.
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Mission Moments - Putting a Face on Impact |
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Three Stories of Real People from Current Staff |
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LUM staff members experience moments in their work that make them so proud that they want to share their stories with others. LUM calls these Mission Moments. They are often tiny, powerful examples of how LUM impacts our community through the eyes of others — putting a face on LUM services, programs and events. Here are three Mission Moments told by three current LUM staff members about real people.
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Jackie's son, Charlie, is enrolled in the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. Charlie has emotional and behavior disorders and is not eligible to enroll in other child care programs. With other programs, Jackie was called to pick up Charlie when he misbehaved — getting her in trouble with her boss. The affordability of LUM and the expertise of the staff is a perfect fit for her and Charlie. Jackie shared that, " LUM makes it possible for me to work, earn enough money to live, and keep my job."
Kristi Hogue
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Evangeline met with me and asked for assistance from the LUM Immigration Clinic. She was planning on getting married but afraid that if she started that process she would be deported back to the Philippines. After consulting with Christian Gallo, Immigration Clinic director, it was determined that it would be better in the long run for Evangeline to become a US citizen. After a few months of work, she is now a US citizen and ready to get married with no fear of deportation.
Cristy Perez
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Jeremiah, 75, lost his housing about a year ago. Soon after he became a guest in the LUM Emergency Shelter. During this period of time, he was working part-time to supplement his social security benefits and contributing to the LUM Match Program. When he secured housing, Jeremiah had paid more than $300 into the Match Program, which was matched by LUM giving him $600 towards his rent. He shared that, “Now, I have another shot at starting a new life. Thanks to you guys.”
Jeffrey Auguste
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Please feel free to share these stories with your friends, families and colleagues. When you spread the word about the good work happening at LUM, it is a priceless gift that inspires others and broadens the reach of LUM.
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LUM Celebrates Food Pantry Milestones |
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Feeding Our Neighbors in Need for 40 Years |
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Throughout the month of August, the 40th Anniversary of LUM Food Assistance Programs will be celebrated. In 1983, the LUM leadership began to notice that more and more local neighbors were asking for food. They soon opened up the first LUM Food Pantry in the basement of the LUM building. The LUM self-help programming had also grown to include several community gardens, gardening assistance, and food buying clubs. For the past 40 years, LUM has had a continuously operating food pantry and a variety of other food programs like the current To-Go Meals program. Mark your calendars for these special 40th Anniversary events:
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RECEPTION – LUM will host a 40th Anniversary Reception at the LUM Protein Food Pantry on Thursday, August 17 from 9 a.m. to noon.
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STAR VOLUNTEER – The recipient of the LUM Volunteer of the Month for August will be honored at the LUM Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday, August 16 at 7 p.m. This individual has been an indispensable volunteer with the LUM Food Pantries, Community Thanksgiving Feast & Jubilee Christmas.
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Farewell & Best Wishes to Ann Mobley |
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A Dedicated Youth Programs Aide for Four Years |
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Ann began more than four years ago as an intern at LUM through Ivy Tech Community College. Since then she has been a program aide with the After School Program and 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. In December, Ann realized one of her dreams of earning a bachelor's in Education from Ball State University. She is originally from Chicago and lives in Lafayette with her seven year old son, A'mere.
Every ending brings a new beginning. Everyone at LUM is sad to see Ann & A'mere go but are happy for the exciting changes ahead for them. Best of luck always. {To see more PHOTOS, click HERE.} |
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LUM Summer of Service – Find Your Fit |
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HOT NEEDS - Youth | Shelter | Food Rescue |
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It's not too late for YOU to make this your LUM Summer of Service. Volunteers are needed with the LUM food pantries, homeless shelter, youth programs including the full-day, child care program and summer camp.
Here are the "Hot Needs" for the LUM Summer of Service. Check out these volunteer opportunities and find your fit!
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Needed weekday mornings, weekday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Pick up surplus food at local bakeries & coffeeshops and deliver them to LUM. Also, LUM is looking for an individual to coordinate the program.
Needed each evening from 8 p.m. – 7 a.m. -or- 8 p.m. – midnight. Check in guests, serve meals, and distribute bedding & shower items. Training is provided.
A simple meal for 46 shelter guests is needed each evening at 8 p.m. Planning and preparing a meal is a great activity for groups. You may stay and serve the meal or drop it off in advance.
Needed Thursdays in downtown Lafayette and Fridays in West Lafayette from 9 a.m. – noon. Check in clients, enter data, pick up food, assist clients in shopping & organize the pantry.
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Needed each weekday from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Help children with math, reading, arts & crafts and recreation; prepare and serve snack and lunch; and supervise study trips. Training provided.
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LUM Summer of Service gives you the chance to make a difference in your community, meet an immediate need, and see the impact of your efforts. So, follow your passion, find something that excites you and convince a friend or two to join you. For more information, go to LUMserve.org/volunteer; or email or call Terri Anderson, the LUM volunteer coordinator (volunteer@LUMserve.org | 765-423-2691). Please SHARE.
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