About us

Turning Point Community of Scholars is a faith-based organization that puts Christ first while serving the needs of the community through education and housing.  The campus, staff, students, and residents strive to follow God and Christian values while changing the landscape of poverty in the community surrounding the property.

Educational Program
“…designed to increase the quality of life…”

Our Vision

Turning Point Community of Scholars Educational program is designed to increase the quality of life for single parents by providing them with an opportunity to receive life skills, higher education and certifications that are available through our partners.

Turning Point Community of Scholars Education partners increase the quality of life for single parents by providing them with an opportunity to receive a higher education, certifications credentials and life skills.

Our History

Turning Point Community of Scholars was started with the vision of Tim and Tanya Harris, Pastors of Turning Point Family Worship Center  to change the effects of poverty in Indianapolis.  A ministry spanning over 30 years has impacted the lives of hundreds of young people as they pursued their education, raised their family, and progressed in their career. 

Turning Point Community of Scholars launched in 2013. Each year our graduation rate has grown dynamically. 

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HISTORY
“Each year our graduation rate has grown dynamically”
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Partnership

Turning Point Community of Scholars has formed a partnership with Marian University to offer training onsite.  Students, ages 18 years old – adults can signup for ELL classes.

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Upcoming events

Turning Point is located in the heart of Lawrence township in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The community that surrounds the us is our focus.

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Turning Point Community of Scholars is a Faith-based organization that puts Christ first while serving the needs of the Community.  We strive to follow God and Christian values while changing the landscape of poverty in the community surrounding the property.  Turning Point Community of Scholars provides one-on-one and group mentoring within the community. 

Turning Point Community of Scholars has formed a partnership with Marian University to offer training onsite.  Students, ages 18 years old – adults can learn the English language (ELL) as well as receive their high school equivalency diploma, if applicable.

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Turning Point Community of Scholars mentoring program ensures that mentees are mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually able to function and excel throughout the program. 

Classes vary based on participation and location. If you want to stay involved in the upcoming classes frequently visit our site or join our mailing list.

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Turning Point Life University is a component of Turning Point Community of Scholars that equips single parents with the life skills necessary to obtain better employment, education, and living conditions through short classroom-style sessions hosted at apartment community center on the east side of Indianapolis.

The purpose of Turning Point Life University is to teach, train and transform families to function as a unit while doing individual tasks and activities of daily living.  This program also includes resources from external partners.

Turning Point Community of Scholars can partner with area Community Centers nearby call 317-898-4420 to sign up.

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