BREAKING CYCLES.

BUILDING FUTUREs.

The Turn2U Scholarship Program provides educational scholarships to children and dependents of The Last Mile students and alumni, helping the next generation pursue college, vocational training, and career opportunities that can change the trajectory of entire families.

our mission in action

Education changes trajectories.

Across The Last Mile’s Education and Reentry programs, more than 75% of returned citizens secure employment after release and fewer than 8% return to prison.

The Turn2U Scholarship Program extends that work to the next generation by helping children, grandchildren, and dependents of our students pursue higher education, career training, and economic mobility.

Turn2U Scholarship Stories: 

With support from the Turn2U Scholarship, Marina transformed uncertainty into a career in the beauty industry while rebuilding her relationship with her incarcerated stepfather—read her full story:

75% 

EMPLOYMENT
after release

8% 

RECIDIVISM
Compared to national average of 60%

$20,000

MAXIMUM SUPPORT
For applicants

4 years

OF FUNDING
Up to $5000 per year

how education ends cycles of incarceration

The Last Mile believes investing in the next generation may be one of the most powerful forms of rehabilitation. Here's how it works:

funded by a community
investing in the future

The Turn2U Scholarship Program is made possible through a growing community of donors, partners, and supporters who believe that is the key pathway to breaking the generational cycle of incarceration in America

Who can apply?

Submit interest form to be evaluated for eligibility

Committee will review your affiliation with TLM

Work with Scholarship Rep to complete application