Mwangaza Partners with Bishop Alpha Memorial School!
Our partner, Mwangaza Education for Partnership, has added a new school to their network of schools! Read about Bishop Alpha Memorial Secondary School.
Pastor Jane Anitha Visits Minneapolis
Pastor Jane, the former longtime manager of Siloam Boarding Home, paid a visit to Minnesota this past week. The short visit was filled to the brim with connection and love.
LPGM Program Director Mary Peterson Announces Retirement
Our beloved program director has announced her retirement from LPGM effective December 31, 2024. While this news brings mixed emotions, we are first and foremost filled with gratitude for her 12 years of outstanding service to LPGM!
A Newcomer's Perspective: What Makes LPGM Special
Shannon Mahedy reflects on her first six Months as LGPM's communications coordinator
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.
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.
Nasinka's Story: A Pregnant Maasai Girl Dares to Dream
After escaping a dangerous situation, Nasinka has an opportunity to continue her education with the help of Eripoto.
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.
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.
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
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.
Sponsor Spotlight: Meet Sandra Hoverson
Long-time Sponsor Shares her Touching LPGM Story
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
The Eclipse & LPGM WOW-ing Students
What does the solar eclipse have to do with LPGM?
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
Women's Literacy Training Begins
An update to our blog post dated May 22, 2023 - LPGM Launches Women's Literacy Program in Central Africa
It's All About the Kids
Traveler Nancy Bruch (Excelsior, Minn.) reflects on her time in India with LPGM in February 2023.
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.
