Oct 31, 2024

A Newcomer's Perspective: What Makes LPGM Special

Shannon Mahedy reflects on her first six Months as LGPM's communications coordinator

Oct 28, 2024

Literacy Program Improves Quality of Life of Women & Girls in the Central African Republic (CAR)

Almost a year in, read about how the literacy pilot program in CAR is going.

Oct 28, 2024

Extreme Weather Threatens Access to Education

People at the margins are disproportionately affected by the impact of extreme weather. Our new "Advance Access to Education" Fund is helping girls (and boys!) overcome these barriers.

Oct 24, 2024

Nasinka's Story: A Pregnant Massai Girl Dares to Dream

After escaping a dangerous situation, Nasinka has an opportunity to continue her education with the help of Eripoto,

Oct 22, 2024

Cash Isn’t King? How to Use Non-Cash Assets to Maximize Your Charitable Impact  

While cash donations (gifts made by checks or credit cards) are always appreciated, there are some alternative ways to give, which may provide you with additional financial benefits while allowing us to meet the growing needs of students. 

Oct 21, 2024

From the Archives: "The Gift" by Steve Staruch

Read about Steve Staruch's powerful experience visiting India with LPGM and his new wife, Naomi, in 1999.

Oct 16, 2024

Safe House Expansion to Protect More Students in Need

A rising need prompts Eripoto to expand its safe house.

Aug 16, 2024

The Life Cycle of Giving: How Your Life Stage Impacts Your Philanthropy

Different stages of your life may influence your approach to giving. Here's some advice for making the most impact on causes you care about while living out your values

Aug 12, 2024

Spring Refresh Progress Updates

Thanks to your support of the Spring Refresh Initiative, the boarding homes are making solid progress on urgent facility projects. Please continue to monitor this page for more information. 

Jul 19, 2024

Sponsor Spotlight: Meet Sandra Hoverson

Long-time Sponsor Shares her Touching LPGM Story

Jul 18, 2024

Spotlight on Sponsored Students

While boarding home students were home for break this past May, our sponsor relations coordinators (SRCs) visited students in their villages. They collected stories and photos.

Jul 11, 2024

Celebrating Naomi Staruch's Legacy

At the end of June 2024, Naomi Staruch transitioned out of her official role at LPGM. Her retirement luncheon on June 13 brought friends together to honor her commitment and to reflect on her decades-long service to LPGM.

Jun 27, 2024

LPGM Mourns Recent Tragedy in Kallakurichi, India

Lutheran Partners in Global Ministry grieves with families whose loved ones were injured or killed last week by an illicit liquor containing methanol in Kallakurichi, India.

Jun 26, 2024

2023 Year in Review - Event Recording

On June 26, 2024, LPGM's entire US-based staff hosted a Facebook Live event. Watch the recording here.

Jun 17, 2024

It's Time for a Spring Refresh!

From May - June 2024, the "Spring Refresh" initiative gave LPGM supporters a chance to make a direct and tangible impact on the lives of boarding home students in India. Thanks to your support, the boarding homes are making progress on urgent facility projects!

May 22, 2024

A Sure Sign of Spring!

The LPGM Board of Directors holds its annual meeting.

Apr 25, 2024

LPGM Mourns Attack on Peaceful Civilians in Central African Republic

Lutheran Partners in Global Ministry (LPGM) expresses its deepest sorrow over the senseless killings of 16 Lutheran church members at the hands of rebel forces in Bohong, Central African Republic (CAR) on April 3, just days after Easter Sunday celebrations.

Apr 10, 2024

The Eclipse & LPGM WOW-ing Students

What does the solar eclipse have to do with LPGM?

Mar 15, 2024

Yolanda Asks for a Seat at the Table: Empowerment in Action

In 2018, a high school student named Yolanda embarked on a transformative journey with our partner in Guatemala, CCFC. Like many young women who join us, Yolanda was initially shy and reserved. However, her determination led her to progress through the Women in Agroecology for Leadership Conservation (WALC) program

Jan 31, 2024

It's All About the Kids

Traveler Nancy Bruch (Excelsior, Minn.) reflects on her time in India with LPGM in February 2023.

Jan 31, 2024

Women's Literacy Training Begins

An update to our blog post dated May 22, 2023 - LPGM Launches Women's Literacy Program in Central Africa

Jan 8, 2024

Students Celebrating Pongal, the “Tamil Thanksgiving”

Pongal is a very widespread, popular holiday across the India state of Tamil Nadu. Celebrated over four days, it’s a harvest festival that celebrates the lengthening days as the sun returns to the northern hemisphere.

Dec 28, 2023

How to Use Your Retirement Account to Make Gifts to Charity

A Guide to Qualified Charitable Distributions from Your IRA

Dec 15, 2023

The Story Behind the Smile

Follow one girl's journey to our partner's safe house, and learn how it's now helping raise TWO empowered, educated girls.