In this week’s edition of Wes’s Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, debunks the myth that LUM is primarily funded by churches. In fact, more than 60% of our funding comes from generous individuals like you who make personal donations each year. Please take just 59 seconds to watch the video and SHARE it with others!

Lafayette Urban Ministry relies on the generosity of people like you—our neighbors, our community, and those who care.

In 2023, LUM revenue approached $1.5 million, with minimal government funding and no national parent organization support. Instead, in the past five years, 60.3% of the LUM budget came from individual donations. The rest came from church contributions (13%), corporations (10%), civic organizations (6%), government grants (3%), bequests (2%), and fundraising events & program revenue (5.7%).

Each year, LUM depends on your kindness to continue serving those in need. Every gift you give makes an immediate and lasting impact, helping LUM create brighter futures for our community. Click the button below to discover the various ways you are able invest to LUM today.

At Lafayette Urban Ministry, we believe in the power of community and compassion. Our ability to provide essential services depends on the generous support of donors and volunteers like you. This autumn & winter, LUM invites you to engage and invest in shaping a brighter future for our community through various opportunities to get involved.

As you consider ways to support LUM, there are also opportunities to invest in the future of Lafayette Urban Ministry.

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting impact through a legacy gift, ensuring LUM can continue providing essential services for future generations. Learn more.

Amazon Wish List & Donation Drives

Purchase items from our Amazon Wish List or organize a donation drive to provide essential resources for our programs. Learn more.

Donate Stocks or Securities

Support LUM with stock donations, offering potential tax benefits while helping sustain our mission. Learn more.

Group Fundraising & Tribute Gifts

Celebrate special occasions by starting a Facebook fundraiser or giving in the memory or honor of another, making a meaningful impact. Learn more.

LUM is buzzing with ways to make a difference this season.

Whether it's volunteering at the Emergency Shelter, distributing food at the Protein Food Pantry, supporting children in the After School Program, or assisting as a Receptionist, your involvement will change lives—including your own. Please consider dedicating your time, skills, or resources to help LUM thrive. Together, we can create a meaningful impact this winter and beyond. Visit LUMserve.org/volunteer to get started. 

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, Hunger Hike has surpassed the $110,000 goal, raising over $113,000! Together, our community is making a real and lasting impact on hunger relief locally, regionally, and globally. Your support is a testament to the power of collective action, and the Hunger Hike team couldn’t be more grateful.

Here are five super easy ways to donate to Hunger Hike today:

1. DONATE ONLINE - Make an Online Donate, HERE
2. SUPPORT A TEAM - Donate to a Hunger Hike Team, HERE
3. SUPPORT A HIKER - Donate to a “Hiker,” HERE
4. EVENT SPONSOR - Become an Event Sponsor, email info@hungerhike.org or call 765-423-2691
5. DONATE BY MAIL or IN PERSON - Mail in or drop off a donation (Make your check payable to Hunger Hike; Mail or Drop off to — Hunger Hike, 420 N 4th Street, Lafayette, IN 47901)

There’s still time to be part of this amazing effort—Hunger Hike is continuing to accept donations. Whether you’ve already given or are considering joining in, every donation counts. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference in the fight to end hunger. Let’s keep the momentum going!