LUM Camp - Best Week of the Summer
Wes's Weekly Wrap Up - LUM Camp Reflections
In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, reflects on the joy and success of LUM Camp 2021 — thanks to YOU! Please take 59 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others.
A Recap of LUM Camp 2021 - Life Changing
Thanks for Making LUM Camp Possible
LUM Camp is the best week of the summer, and this year was the best LUM Camp ever. Strict health & safety protocols were still in place, but the capacity was doubled and the campers enjoyed ALL of the activities. LUM transported 58 boys & girls to Hanging Rock Camp for a life-changing experience.

The theme, Brain Builders, was excitedly embraced by the campers. They had fun discussing and writing in their journals about the “9 types of intelligences” in the brain. The highlight was seeing the joy & excitement in the faces of our campers as they rode on horses, zipped down the zipline, searched for bugs in the creek, dove into the pool, and cruised around the pond in a canoe — many for the first time in their lives.

One evening, LUM Board members and donors were invited to camp to engage with the campers. They attended the camp meeting, sang camp songs, and joined the campers for an outdoor cook-out followed by a campfire which included s'mores. It was a wonderful night. The final day included the Movie Night event featuring Inside Out — the Pixar movie about the brain. To view more PHOTOS, click HERE.

Your donations made it possible to continue this LUM tradition that started in the 1960s. And once again, it was well worth it! LUM Campers made new friends and made great memories, while having a blast and learning new things about the brain and themselves. Truly life-changing. If you wish to make a investment in LUM Camp, go to LUMserve.org/donate.
Meet Jeffrey - New LUM Shelter Director
Jeffrey Auguste, Emergency Shelter Director
Jeffrey Auguste is the new program director for LUM Homeless Services. He is responsible for the LUM Emergency Shelter and the Winter Warming Station.

Jeffrey grew up in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and currently lives in Lafayette, IN. His mother, father and two younger brothers also live in Lafayette. Jeffrey graduated from Jefferson High School and earned an associate degree in Human Services from Ivy Tech Community College. He is currently enrolled at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis pursuing a bachelor degree in Social Work. His goal is complete his Master of Social Work by 2025.

Jeffrey shared that when he needs guidance he re-reads the Book of Proverbs. As he begins his new role with LUM, Jeffrey is inspired by this simple yet powerful passage: "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit" (Proverbs 18:21). He stated that, "It's easy to judge others when you're angry, guilty and even when you're happy. We all must be self-aware, learning to recognize these triggers and quickly act accordingly by treating others with respect and dignity."

Jeffrey has experience with nonprofit management and working with youth and adults with behavioral and mental health issues. At LUM, Jeffrey served as an intern with the Emergency Shelter in 2019, a volunteer camp counselor at LUM Camp in 2020, and volunteered with Jubilee Christmas. He is proud to now be a member of the LUM leadership team stating that, "Being able to make an impact in my community and help LUM move further toward its strategic goals gives me great pride. I intend to help our shelter guests by welcoming them and offering a safe place to sleep, while working with them to get housed. I will be supportive of the shelter team and lead them into an improved system." 

Jeffrey's personal mission is to "help give back hope and offer a glimmer of light to those who are under-served, allowing them to believe in a better future for themselves and their families." His home country inspires him to be the best he can be everyday. He shared that, "I grew up with the saying, 'Work is Freedom.'" Jeffrey has a clear plan for his career and is continually looking for opportunities to learn and grow. He stated that, "The journey has been great so far, and I am excited to help others do the same, inspiring and motivating them to follow their dreams."

For fun, Jeffrey enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and outdoor activities. He also plays soccer, basketball and football. LUM is fortunate to have Jeffrey Auguste join the LUM staff. Please join us in welcoming him to the LUM team.
Hunger Hike 2021 - Returns to Riehle Plaza
Support Food Programs Locally & Globally
Last year’s virtual Hunger Hike was an incredible success, raising more than $120,000 for Lafayette Urban Ministry, Food Finders Food Bank, and the Haiti Mission at St. Thomas Aquinas. But even as the US economy begins to recover from the effects of the pandemic, millions of people are still out of work, facing eviction, and struggling to put food on the table.

The need is as great as ever, and YOU can be part of the solution.  Sign up now, and help fight hunger! Let’s beat last year’s record and raise $125,000 for the hunger relief efforts locally, regionally & globally. Hunger Hike details are as follows:
  • Challenge Week - September 12 to September 19
  • Set a personal challenge and share it with your supporters: walk 100 steps, bike 100 miles, fast for 2 days, go without meat for a week, or
  • SNAP Challenge - Take the SNAP Challenge and try to feed your family on the average SNAP benefit of $30 a person for the week. 
  • Kick Off Event - Sunday, September 19 at 1 p.m. join us in Riehle Plaza for our annual celebration and 3K walk. Enjoy:
  • Live MUSIC from Briton Wiese, former LUM shelter director
  • ZUMBA with Studio b, clowns, face painting, balloon animals, massages, and a hotdog picnic
  • And NEW this year, pose for photos with our three costumed princesses
  • Three Easy Ways to sign up:
  • go to hungerhike.org | Click HERE | Text HHIKE to 71777

For more information, check out our short video, “How to Set Up your Hunger Hike Fundraising Page.” It's only 45 days to Hunger Hike. Why wait? Get started TODAY!
LUM Seeking Spanish-Speaking Volunteers
Weekday Afternoon Volunteer Opportunity
LUM has a volunteer opportunity for an individual who is fluent in conversational & written Spanish.
  • Volunteers would be needed up to two hours per week
  • Hours are flexible, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • 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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