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Last Mile Education Fund
College funding opportunities and resources for underrepresented students in tech and engineering.
About Last Mile Education Fund
Last Mile Education Fund provides support to financially vulnerable college students pursuing tech-related degrees and careers. Funding is available for 2-year & 4-year students enrolled at a U.S. institution. Awards can be used to cover expenses such as a new laptop device, groceries, car repairs , or even an unexpected medical bill. Awards are available year-round, as funding sources are available and as eligibility requirements are met.
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Signals from Last Mile Education Fund
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Presence & Recognition
Last Mile Education Fund hosted a TEDx talk by Ruthe Farmer about her personal journey and the creation of the Last Mile Education Fund.
Reported by Ruthe Farmer
Customers & Market
Last Mile Education Fund achieved an 80% graduation rate for nearly 15,000 students across roughly 1,200 institutions.
Reported by Ruthe Farmer
Customers & Market
Last Mile Education Fund is missing documentation for applicants unable to provide a FAFSA letter, which is required to verify financial need, and is causing delays in the financial aid and loan process.
Reported by Ruthe Farmer
Partnerships
Last Mile Education Fund expanded its model to serve math and quantitative science majors through the National Math Talent Fund in partnership with the Mathematical Association of America, supported by founding support from Griffin Catalyst, Citadel, and Citadel Securities.
Reported by Ruthe Farmer