We Are Change Makers.
We Are LUME.
What is LUME?
LUME Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering transformative relationships and supportive communities to allow children and adults to learn and flourish.
Based in University City, Missouri, LUME Institute has been working with children and families since 2008, evolving from the philosophies and practices of our demonstration school, University City Children’s Center.
LUME Institute was founded to transform the way families, educators and communities inspire young children to learn, grow and thrive. Its model addresses the urgent need for early childhood systems to meet the complex emotional and developmental needs of today’s children and educators.
Our Work
Our Impact
Further Learning
Where to see us this year!
Head Start East Professional Development Conference
San Juan, Puerto Rico
March 2nd-6th
Join us when we show up with presence, purpose and partnership to reconnect, reimagine and reinforce how we serve children, families and communities.
Native American Child and Family Conference
Albuquerque, NM
March 16th-19th
Join us and practice power with in workshops for families and communities served by Native American Head Start, Early Head Start and childcare programs.