30+ years of working together with global partners to listen, respond, and bear witness to local needs and priorities.
You can provide access to quality education for people at the margins—especially women and girls.
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Who is LPGM?
LPGM is an independent pan-Lutheran 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since 1995, we have walked alongside global partners, bringing hope to people at the margins.
Our Vision
LPGM envisions a world where relationships transform boundaries and where all people have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
Our Mission
LPGM provides access to quality education for people at the margins–especially women and girls. We work together with global partners to listen, respond and bear witness to local needs and priorities.
Who We Are
Education is the best way to break cycles of poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition, child marriage, child labor, and abuse.
If a mother can read, her child is 50% more likely to live past the age of 5 (Education Commission Report)
Childbirth is #1 cause of death for girls around the world aged 15-19 (World Health Organization)
Child marriage decreases 3-fold for girls who attend secondary school (World Bank)
For every $1 invested in education, $10 is generated in earning & health benefits. (Education Commission Report)
LPGM provides access to quality education for people at the margins—especially women and girls.
Why Education?
Sponsor a Student
When you sponsor a student, you provide them with a step up and hope for a better future.
$40/month provides a student with:
Healthy, culturally appropriate food & clean water
Health care, first aid, medicine & psychosocial support
Tutoring, special coaching, sports, Christian education, & activities
Support Staff
Caretakers, Cooks, Maintenance, Administration, and Security
Students in Need of Sponsors
“As a pastor, traveler, and board member, I have witnessed how gifts are carefully and creatively multiplied for maximum impact!”
The Rev. Mark Holman, Duluth, Minn.
Recent News
India Travelers Reunite, Reminisce, and Reflect
A group of 11 travelers traveled across the world to visit our partners in Tamil Nadu, India this past February. In April, 10 of the 11 travelers gathered at Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities, Mpls Campus for a post-trip reunion.
Overcoming Fear on the Road to Nursing
Kalrayan Hills graduates Saranya & Biruntharani are overcoming obstacles and building confidence as they work towards their Diplomas in General Nursing and Midwifery at St. Joseph’s School of Nursing.
Big News & A New Chapter for Sponsor Relations Coordinator, Aswini!
After nearly four years at LPGM, Aswini Subramani is leaving her role to start a new life in Bangalore.
Upcoming & Recent Events
Trip to India
Your journey to India takes you to the southeastern state of Tamil Nadu where you will visit mission-rooted schools making a difference in young lives and witness how education and empathy transform boundaries.
Trip to Tanzania (Space Remains!)
Your journey to Tanzania takes you to the lively northern region of Arusha. Prepare to expand your heart and mind as you explore Arusha, spend time with LPGM's partners, visit a Maasai village, and tour game reserves to see wild animals in September 2026.
Multi-Congregation Youth Trip to Guatemala (Registration Closed)
Your journey to Guatemala takes you to the beautiful central highlands of Alta Verapaz. This unique trip gives you and other teens the opportunity to learn about environmental issues facing God's creation and how you can be agents of change.
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