Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Learn more about the City Year AmeriCorps service experience, which prioritizes building relationships as a tool for equitable learning.
Read the storyHundreds of universities across the U.S. accept the Segal Education Award. Our University Partners like to help you maximize your…
Read the storyHere’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.
Read the storyThere are 354,172 students in Miami who need and deserve our support. You could be part of an AmeriCorps team that…
Read the storyHere are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team that will help you confidently craft…
Read the storyStill, a healthy meal is important for your wellbeing and productivity. From breakfast to dinner here are some quick, delicious…
Read the storyCity Year empowers you to lead your peers, build relationships with students and the communities you serve and partner with…
Read the storyOur three decades of youth development experience, along with external research, has shown that students’ academic success is directly tied…
Read the storyResearch shows that chronic absenteeism is an indicator that a student is in trouble academically and is at increased risk…
Read the storyLearn about City Year’s ongoing efforts to integrate research-based academic and social-emotional supports in schools across the country.
Read the storyAs we struggle as a country to grasp why some people are given opportunities while others struggle just to get to…
Read the storyInterested in law school? One university partner believes that a gap year allows applicants the opportunity to gain valuable skills.
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