Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Harry’s, an innovative men’s grooming company that gives both time and money to organizations that help prepare people for personal…
Read the storyNicole Anderson, Assistant Vice President of Social Innovation and President of the AT&T Foundation, shares why the mission alignment of…
Read the storyIf philanthropy is always a mixture of heart and head, then Connie and Steve Ballmer, who launched Ballmer Group to…
Read the storyTheir multi-year gift, given at the highest level in City Year’s history, is catalyzing the organization’s ability to deepen its…
Read the storyAt every stage of City Year’s history, Kristen and Jim Atwood and their family have invested passion, resources and countless…
Read the storyFor more than two decades, David has worked to advance national service opportunities for America’s young people.
Read the storyThe themes of mentorship and education have shaped both Diana Davis Spencer’s life and the areas of focus for her…
Read the storyDr. Darienne Driver has led Wisconsin’s largest school district since she was appointed in 2014 at age 36, making her…
Read the storyCity Year helped me understand our education system through service in schools and through a university partnership that helped me…
Read the storyFor decades, MENTOR and City Year have been leaders in high-quality mentoring and youth development in hundreds of communities and…
Read the storyRead on for advice from a City Year alum on finding housing before a year of service
Read the storyLearn more about literacy for social justice at City Year schools as an avenue to educational equity.
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