LAMP

LAMP LAMP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to fighting poverty and homelessness. We believe that all persons are created in the image of God.

“LAMP is a caring community of faith providing for the basic needs of homeless and hurting members of our community. We operate on the premise that all of God’s children have the same needs of food, clothing, shelter and love.”

LAMP currently operates an emergency shelter for women & children, families, and men, as well as a transitional housing program and day center for the area's homeless. Res

idents must commit to bettering themselves by seeking employment or furthering their education. LAMP residents are also required to attend life skills classes such as money management, parenting, resume writing skills, interview skills, and time management. 80% of individuals who complete LAMP's program never need assistance again!

LAMP FACT FRIDAYDid you know LAMP provides lunch to approximately 120–130 people every weekday through our Lunch at LAMP...
09/04/2026

LAMP FACT FRIDAY

Did you know LAMP provides lunch to approximately 120–130 people every weekday through our Lunch at LAMP program?

Each meal provides more than nourishment—it offers dignity, compassion, connection, and hope to our neighbors in need. 💙

Help us continue serving our community at www.lampinc.org

💙 Light the Way ThursdayThis week, LAMP needs: Meats—chicken, beef, and pork Canned vegetables Disposable plates and cup...
09/03/2026

💙 Light the Way Thursday

This week, LAMP needs:

Meats—chicken, beef, and pork
Canned vegetables
Disposable plates and cups

Bleach and toilet tissue remain ongoing needs.

Every donation helps us provide nutritious meals, shelter, and compassionate care to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Drop off or ship donations to 714 Charlton Street, Valdosta, GA.
Give online at www.lampinc.org.

Some shipped donations arrive anonymously. Please include your name or contact information so we can thank you personally!

WHY BECOME A 5TH SUNDAY GIVING PARTNER?Because homelessness doesn't only happen on Sundays—and the need for hope continu...
09/02/2026

WHY BECOME A 5TH SUNDAY GIVING PARTNER?

Because homelessness doesn't only happen on Sundays—and the need for hope continues all year long.

Through LAMP's 5th Sunday Giving Campaign, churches collect gifts throughout the year and present their offering to LAMP whenever there is a 5th Sunday.

Your congregation's partnership helps provide meals, safe shelter, case management, housing support, and a pathway toward stability for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

No gift is too small. When churches come together, small acts of generosity become life-changing impact.

FEED our neighbors. SHELTER our neighbors. LOVE our neighbors.

Want your church to become a partner or schedule a LAMP presentation?

229-245-7157
[email protected]

Give all year. Present on 5th Sunday. Change lives all year long.

✨ The Heart Behind LAMP: Board Member Highlight ✨This week, we’re honored to highlight Jonathan Sumner, Board Vice Presi...
08/31/2026

✨ The Heart Behind LAMP: Board Member Highlight ✨

This week, we’re honored to highlight Jonathan Sumner, Board Vice President, whose commitment to LAMP is rooted in faith and a calling to serve others.

“LAMP matters to me because it fulfills God’s call for believers in Jesus Christ to serve ‘the least of these.’ By ‘the least,’ I mean those spoken of in Matthew 25:31–46: the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the impoverished, the sick, and the imprisoned.

Just like all of us, these individuals need compassion, care, and someone willing to minister to their needs. LAMP comes alongside our community’s congregations to help fulfill Jesus’ call, and I am honored to be a part of this mission.”

— Jonathan Sumner, Board Vice President

Jonathan’s words remind us that LAMP’s mission is rooted in putting faith into action—seeing those who are hurting, responding with compassion, and serving our neighbors with dignity and love.

💙 Follow along as we continue introducing you to the heart behind LAMP.

Streetlight Stories | I Finally Said Yes to Help“I knew something wasn't right, but I didn't know what to do.”She was in...
08/31/2026

Streetlight Stories | I Finally Said Yes to Help

“I knew something wasn't right, but I didn't know what to do.”

She was in her early 20s and attending college when things started changing. Her thoughts didn't always line up. She became skeptical of everything. She couldn't focus. Her mind would race day and night, and eventually fear and negative thoughts began taking over.
She tried talking to her mother. She confided in friends. Her friends encouraged him to get help.
She refused.
Not because she didn't need it. She was afraid.
Things continued getting worse until eventually she couldn't keep up with school and had to leave. Now she wasn't just struggling with what was happening in her mind, she had nowhere to go.
She felt completely lost.
At her lowest point, she attempted to end her life. Thankfully, a friend recognized what was happening and reached out for help.
Eventually, she found herself homeless.
And then she found LAMP.
For a moment, she didn't have to worry about where she was going to sleep or how she was going to survive. She had a safe place. We helped connect her with services, and for the first time, what she had been experiencing for years had a diagnosis. More importantly, she finally accepted the help she once refused.
And things began to change.
She got on track with her mental health.
She got one job. Then another.
And today, she has her own home.
When she shared how grateful she was for LAMP and the staff who helped her, I couldn't help but think about the young woman who once couldn't see a way forward.
She can see one now.
That's why I tell these stories.
Homelessness isn't always the beginning of someone's problem. Sometimes it's where years of hurt, fear, untreated illness and trying to handle everything alone finally lead.
And sometimes a shelter isn't just a place to sleep.
Sometimes it's the first safe place someone has had long enough to begin putting their life back together.

She finally said yes to help—and that yes helped change her life.

Today, LAMP proudly celebrates Yurshema Flanders’ 10-year work anniversary! 💙Yurshema began her journey with LAMP in 201...
08/28/2026

Today, LAMP proudly celebrates Yurshema Flanders’ 10-year work anniversary! 💙

Yurshema began her journey with LAMP in 2016 and stepped into the role of Interim Executive Director in 2019.

As we recognize this milestone, we are reminded of an important question:

What does faithful service look like in your life?

For Yurshema, faithful service has meant showing up when the work was difficult, serving when no one was watching, remaining committed through seasons of change, and trusting God when the path ahead was unclear.

Faithful service is not about being perfect. It is about being willing, dependable, compassionate, and committed to the purpose God has placed before you.

We are grateful for Yurshema’s 10 years of service, leadership, and dedication to LAMP and the individuals and families we serve.

Please join us in wishing her a Happy 10th Workaversary! 🎉💙

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23

Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate our Executive Director, Yurshema Flanders, for her unwaverin...
08/28/2026

Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate our Executive Director, Yurshema Flanders, for her unwavering dedication to LAMP and the people we serve for 10 years! ❤️

Yurshema leads with compassion, faith, strength, and a genuine heart for helping others. She has poured countless hours, tremendous energy, and so much love into ensuring that LAMP remains a place of hope for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Much of what she does happens quietly and behind the scenes, but her impact can be seen in every life changed, every person sheltered, and every new beginning made possible. Even during difficult seasons, she continues to stand strong, advocate for our clients, support our staff, and fight for LAMP’s mission.

Yurshema, thank you for believing in LAMP, loving our community, and never losing sight of the people at the heart of this work. Your commitment does not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for your leadership and dedication. 💙

Please join us in showing Yurshema some well-deserved love and appreciation!

With love! Your LAMP family!

What a wonderful surprise on a Wednesday afternoon! 💙A heartfelt thank you to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for bless...
08/28/2026

What a wonderful surprise on a Wednesday afternoon! 💙

A heartfelt thank you to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for blessing LAMP with 57 cases of bottled water! Your generous donation will help us provide water to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and others in need throughout our community.

We are truly grateful for your continued service, compassion, and support. Thank you for helping LAMP care for our neighbors! ❤️🤍 Valdosta Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.

It’s Light the Way Thursday! 💙 This week, LAMP needs meats, disinfecting spray, bleach, and toilet tissue.A special than...
08/27/2026

It’s Light the Way Thursday! 💙 This week, LAMP needs meats, disinfecting spray, bleach, and toilet tissue.

A special thank-you to Brown Chapel AME Church in Homerville for donating TVs for our resident spaces! Your generosity helps make LAMP feel more like home.

Every donation—large or small—helps us provide shelter, meals, essential supplies, and compassionate care to our neighbors in need.

📍 Drop off or ship donations to 714 Charlton Street, Valdosta, GA.
💻 Make a monetary donation at [www.lampinc.org](http://www.lampinc.org).

Some shipped donations arrive anonymously. If possible, please include your name or a way for us to contact you—we would love the opportunity to thank you personally!

WHEN THERE’S A FIFTH SUNDAY, LET’S SERVE OUR NEIGHBORS TOGETHER!LAMP is inviting local churches to become Fifth Sunday G...
08/26/2026

WHEN THERE’S A FIFTH SUNDAY, LET’S SERVE OUR NEIGHBORS TOGETHER!
LAMP is inviting local churches to become Fifth Sunday Giving Partners!
💙 Keep a designated LAMP offering available throughout the year.
💛 Members give as they feel led.
💙 On each Fifth Sunday, present the collected offering to LAMP.
There is no required amount-every gift makes a difference.
FEED our neighbors. SHELTER our neighbors. LOVE our neighbors.
Interested in getting your church involved or having LAMP give a presentation?

229-245-7157
[email protected]
www.lampinc.org

Give all year. Present on Fifth Sunday. Change lives all year long.

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714 Charlton Street
Valdosta, GA
31601

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+12292457157

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