Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
As a Black male educator, Kevin Dua is both setting an example and expanding the minds of the students he…
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As an activist and equity strategist, Emerald has committed her life’s work to both finding joy and the liberation of…
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Whether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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“The structure of City Year is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
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Learn more about Dre Thomas, a City Year alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
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Rep. Matt Wilhelm’s City Year experience inspired a deep appreciation for national service and made him a lifelong advocate of…
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As the heart of this organization, we simply could not do this work without you. Thank you.
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A City Year alum who now works for City Year Detroit shares her reflections during Women’s History Month about the…
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Going from a gap year with City Year to Peace Corps was a natural next step for this alum. Read…
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we invited several members of our 32,000+ alumni community to share short uniform stories that explore the power and potential…
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Please join us in congratulating Jim Balfanz on his appointment as CEO of City Year.
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When you’ve been a part of something greater than yourself it’s impossible to return to business as usual. I knew…
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