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Nolef Turns Inc

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Causes: Crime & Law, Rehabilitation Services for Offenders

Mission: Our mission is to reduce recidivism by supporting and advocating alongside those with court and justice involvement. Our vision is to be a leader in decreasing the prison population by supporting and empowering those who are most affected by crime, trauma, and incarceration. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and will not pass judgement, as we seek justice and redemption. We will be community centered and act according to the greater good of the people we serve. To the best of our ability, we strive to do no harm to the people we serve and the communities we live in.

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76 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

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mobileUser435197, General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

The advocacy training was life changing. I really needed to learn from someone who understood what I went through and could teach me how to best share my story and fight for change.

dymondwright Client Served

Rating: 5

12/06/2024

I can’t say enough good thing’s about the love and support I received from Tamara. She really helped me when I needed it.

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grannyloves15 Volunteer

Rating: 5

12/05/2024

I now have served as a volunteer and on the advisory board for about a year and I thoroughly enjoy how I can meet people and learn about the things individuals experience as a result of mass incarceration. We help with scholarships for young people whose parents have experienced incarceration and that's the most rewarding experience I've had with this organization. I appreciate how they lead with kindness and grace and how they think about the entire family, not just the people leaving incarceration. It's a tough job and I love what I can do to help out.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

08/01/2021

Tamara is the best. She really helped me through a rough time. I found a job and pray I can get on track. She was there every step of the way and I'm happy that they follow me through my journey. They've given me the resources I need to make things happen for my girls and myself.

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nolefturnsinc 07/03/2022

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve!

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ajos828 Client Served

Rating: 5

12/05/2024

i've been working with Nolef Turns for about 10 months after my release from prison. I was able to get support with finding a better job and help with getting my kids what they needed for the holidays. I really appreciate the kindness and support that they have given over the past year.

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Dryad Client Served

Rating: 5

10/16/2024

I have been working with them for over a year and they have helped me with obtaining my CDL and now I'm about to purchase my first home. I never in a million years thought I would be able to. I stayed on course and they guided me through.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

07/03/2022

I saw the lady from NOleft Turns on the news and I reached out. They were helpful and gave me good information to help me get my trade. They helped me get my ID and social security card and some other thngs. I am thankful that there are folsk who help out somebody like myself.

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nolefturnsinc 10/02/2022

I’m glad we could help

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mobileUser760485 Client Served

Rating: 5

05/25/2024

I really appreciate their help. And wealth of knowledge about expungement.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

10/03/2022

Really good organization and I highly recommend them. A lot of knowledge and support.

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mobileUser435197 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/20/2023

I was treated like a human being and that means the world. Star helped me get signed to some benefits I needed. I recommend this agency to anyone navigating life after prison.

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General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

The advocacy training was life changing. I really needed to learn from someone who understood what I went through and could teach me how to best share my story and fight for change.

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mobileUser434977 Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/09/2023

I love working with this team. I always learn so much and get to interact with people who need our support and services.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

09/21/2022

Tamara was the person who helped me with signing up for services and made sure I had work clothes for my new job. She gave me a welcome home kit and pointed me in the right direction when I was released from prison. That\u2019s means the world to me.

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nolefturnsinc 10/02/2022

Happy to help

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mobileUser543374 Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/05/2023

I reached out to get help with court ordered volunteer opportunities and have fallen in love with the organization and their mission. They do so much and I love to help out where I can.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

10/04/2023

They were helpful and full of knowledge. There helped me get through a tough time and I can’t say enough good things about them.

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patelinc Client Served

Rating: 5

08/02/2023

Great organization and very caring staff. They helped me through a hard time and I appreciate it so much.

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mobileUser669378 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/31/2022

Love this group. I feel welcomed and get help with so many things, sometimes just to have a listening ear.

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General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/03/2022

I like this organization because they are brutally honest with me about what I gotta do to stay out of prison. It was hard to hear but I can overstand the ideology of the assessments that have been made. Support this company, they support others in dire circumstances and bestow blessings amongst the brothers and sisters coming out of the belly of the beast.

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mobileUser435012 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/01/2022

Needed help with getting some recovery services. They pointed me to the right places.

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nolefturnsinc 10/02/2022

Happy to help!

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Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/26/2018

I\u2019ve volunteered with plenty of organizations but grassroots efforts are dear to me. At NLT, I was amazed at the passion all of the volunteers had. We were treated respectfully and I definitely will be going back for mentoring.

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nolefturnsinc 09/26/2018

Thank you for helping out! YOU are greatly appreciated and necessary to keep us going.

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Tann2VA Client Served

Rating: 5

06/04/2022

This organization fights the good fight for people who've been incarcerated. They work diligently and don't look for a lot of recognition. I love that about them. They really helped me with my expungement questions and fought to get that bill passed last year. Man, I'm so happy I found them and can't wait to see what they do in the future.

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nolefturnsinc 07/03/2022

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve!

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mobileUser706314 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/28/2021

It took a little while to get siutated but I couldn't have done it without this group helping. I was in a bad spot and really just needed a little help. They were compassionate and honest with me and didn't overpromise what they could do. I really love how they check in on me and don't put a lot of pressure on me.

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nolefturnsinc 10/28/2021

Thank you, we are happy to serve!

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gr8t4rva Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/18/2021

I love working with Nolef Turns. They have helped feed houseless individuals in the community for the past few years. Through the pandemic, they have been consistent and have shown up to help us as much as they could. I am happy to see all of the progress the organization has made over the past few years. This is what our community needs.

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nolefturnsinc 10/28/2021

Thank you

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mobileUser482037 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/05/2021

They work hard to help people like me. I recommend them 10 times over. \uD83D\uDE42

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nolefturnsinc 10/28/2021

Thank you!

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Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

08/01/2018

I work for Social Services and needed help with helping a client with resources for housing. It took a while but they really took the time to find something suitable. They do great work for others.

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nolefturnsinc 08/22/2019

Thank you for the opportunity to serve

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Mr. PM Client Served

Rating: 5

07/14/2021

I've been working with this organization for a few years. I finally was able to get my voting rights back even though I'm on probation. I know that Noleftturns has been directly involved with this work for years. They've had such an impact on me getting things on track in my life. Happy to support their work any way I can.

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nolefturnsinc 07/03/2022

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve!

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Client Served

Rating: 5

07/07/2019

Always a good experience. They're a hard working and dedicated few who really care about folk.

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nolefturnsinc 08/02/2019

Thank you for sharing!

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mobileUser437492 General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

06/30/2020

My brother was incarcerated and I didn't know how to navigate his home plan. Ms. Harris helped write a character letter for the parole board and after 27 years and 7 months, he was released. I love this group. They work hard and don't want recognition but they deserve it all.

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nolefturnsinc 07/08/2020

♥️♥️♥️

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Client Served

Rating: 5

10/02/2018

Helpful and passionate, I recommend using them. They really care about little folk

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nolefturnsinc 10/03/2018

Thank you!

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Writer Volunteer

Rating: 5

08/21/2019

I’ve been volunteering with NoLeft Turns for over a year. They really do care about people and will do anything to help. I don’t have nothing but good to say about them all.

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nolefturnsinc 08/22/2019

We love our volunteers and graciously thank you for helping out!

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Volunteer

Rating: 5

07/01/2018

I volunteered at a few events with No Left Turns after meeting with their founder. Being a person with a background myself, who was able to overcome adversity, I really respect the work they're doing for others.

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nolefturnsinc 07/16/2018

Wow, thank you for helping out.

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j_hamptonn3615 Client Served

Rating: 5

08/21/2019

I always get good help from Nolef Turns. I recommend them to anyone.

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nolefturnsinc 08/22/2019

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve!

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Client Served

Rating: 5

05/29/2018

I love the people doing the work, they really take the time to listen and help me where they could.

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nolefturnsinc 08/01/2018

Thank you for allowing us to serve you!

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timemastered Client Served

Rating: 5

08/05/2019

I was referred to this org from a freind who was lcoked up with me. I needed all kinds of help and they worked wih me to find a job and got my voting rights back. I'm working on finding a permanent place to live now but I'm forever grateful for Noleft turns and the people who help out.

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nolefturnsinc 08/18/2019

Thank you for the opportunity to help!

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mobileUser492952 General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/02/2018

I love ghe work they do in Richmond. There aren't too many places that help individuals with barriers to employment and especially housing. I know it's difficult being a grassroots organization but they make the impossible possible with little resources and help. Hats off to Noleft Turns. We need more people like this.

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nolefturnsinc 10/03/2018

Thank you for your kind words!

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Writer Client Served

Rating: 5

07/17/2018

I love this organization. They were willing to help me out when a lot of places shut doors on me. Grateful

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nolefturnsinc 08/01/2018

Thank you for allowing us to serve you during your (and our) transition.

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Writer Client Served

Rating: 5

07/15/2018

Always willing to help whenever I call, I love this group. They are doing some good work in the community.

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nolefturnsinc 07/16/2018

We're happy to help. Our community needs people who are willing to forgive and allow a person to grow.

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RCG24 Client Served

Rating: 5

08/22/2017

This non profit is amazing! Ms. Williams has been through just about everything I've went through and she's helped me out so much! I recommend that if you have a background come here cause they will help you!

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nolefturnsinc 08/26/2017

Thank you for your kind words. Our personal experiences were the reason we started this journey. Stay positive!

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Donell.Harris Client Served

Rating: 5

08/12/2017

I'd recommend this organization to anyone looking to find resources who have a felony conviction. They helped me out a lot.

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nolefturnsinc 08/26/2017

Glad to have helped!

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JohnAmmeson Client Served

Rating: 5

08/07/2017

I was more than excited to get my civil rights restored but nothing compared to being able to vote for the first time in over 38 years. I had given up on being able to be a full citizen but I contacted NLT and everything was done in a matter of about 2 weeks. I'm forever grateful.

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nolefturnsinc 08/26/2017

Yaaayyyyy Mr. Ammeson, I'm so proud of you. Thank you for being patient through all the changes with the Supreme Court. I know it seemed like it wouldn't happen but you trusted us to get it done. I remember how frustrated you were but you did it!

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mobileUser434997 General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

08/06/2017

It's helping those who are judged on a crimson background gain their lives back . Not only are the participants getting jobs back , there gaining the rights again . It's very hard for someone of a criminal background to adjust to the world again but this nonprofit definitely helps others . This non profit is an opportunity to change someone's life . Nonprofits also put young professionals in touch with influential executives who work on their boards, as well as donors and sponsors, government officials and social activistsThey could improve with better advertising so others can find this .

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nolefturnsinc 08/26/2017

Thank you for your comments. We're working on spreading the word!

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