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Statement on the Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict

The guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial is a step forward in accountability, but Lutheran Services in America stands ready to continue the march to advance a just and equitable society. View the full statement from Charlotte Haberaecker, President and CEO of Lutheran Services in America.

Additional statements on equity and justice:

Lutheran Services in America is proud to join with dozens of leading national nonprofits to issue a Statement of Guiding Principles to Advance Racial Equity and Justice.
Statement on equity and unity following the death of George Floyd.

The Innovator and Micah Awards

We recognized two of our members for their exceptional work and exemplifying our core values with our first annual Innovator and Micah Awards.

The Innovator Award winner: Genacross Lutheran Services
The Micah Award winner: Lutheran Social Services of New York

Find details about the awards, winners, and nominees from across the country.

Lasting Change Campaign

The Lasting Change Campaign is a three-year fundraising campaign with a $1 million goal to achieve a healthier, more equitable future for millions of Americans. Pledge your support today and the first $250,000 in Campaign gifts will be matched dollar-to-dollar by the Thrivent Foundation. To pledge your support, you can:

Make a gift online
Mail a check made payable to “Lutheran Services in America” with “Lasting Change Campaign” in the memo line to: Attn: Development Office, 100 Maryland Avenue, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20002
Email your pledge form to Deborah Hoesly, V.P. of Development

Download a PDF copy of the case statement

Coronavirus Response

Our health and human service providers around the nation are on the front lines caring for one in 50 Americans during the pandemic. Our Coronavirus Resources pages are updated daily to provide you with timely resources. Please click here for related resources and Lutheran Services in America staff contact information.

COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

PPP Application Extension

The Paycheck Protection Program, which provides forgivable loans to many nonprofits who have experienced revenue losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will now be open for applications through May 31 (rather than expiring on March 31). Find new PPP application forms and information on second draw loans here.

Frontline Heroes

Lutheran Services in America is proud to honor the courageous frontline workers of our member organizations. Read about our Frontline Heroes series.

Our newest Frontline Hero is Lutheran Services Florida for helping to vaccinate its Duval Head Start Program’s teachers and their families. Read more here.