Program Components

Travelers EDGE® increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel. The program empowers students to progress from high school to post-secondary education, building a strong pipeline of future leaders.

The Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) program exists to increase the number of underrepresented individuals who complete a bachelor’s degree and are prepared for a career in the financial services industry. To date, the program has awarded over 500 students in St. Paul, Atlanta, Baltimore, and Hartford.

Travelers EDGE Scholars receive:

• Up to $12,500 annually in scholarship for school (for up to six years)
• Personalized academic advising 
• Professional development
• Internship Opportunities at Travelers each year
• Stipends for books and emergencies 
• Mentoring and a support network

Partner Schools

Connecticut

• Capital Community College
• Central Connecticut State University
• New Britain High School
• Pathways Academy of Technology and Design
• University of Connecticut
• Weaver High School

Minnesota

• Augsburg University
• Como Park High School
• Metropolitan State University
• Saint Paul College
• St. Cloud State University

Meet the Team

We're excited to connect with students in Connecticut and Minnesota who are interested in more details about our program. Click one of our names to email us for more information.

Ivelisse Maldonado (She/Her/Hers)

Travelers EDGE® Program Manager

Hansford S. Johnson

Assistant Vice President, Human Resources



Tayler Young (She/Her/Hers)

University Relations