Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
I believe in the power of change. Yes, change can be difficult and a huge step, but I believe it’s…
Read the storyOn January 20, 2020, over 700 volunteers gathered at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary School to commemorate the legacy of Dr….
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On December 5, leaders and champions within the Orlando community came together at the Winter Park Golf Course for a…
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Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t…
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Learn more about one City Year AmeriCorps member’s journey through a gap year in national service, university, and finding their…
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Please join us in congratulating Jim Balfanz on his appointment as CEO of City Year.
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After a plate full of turkey on Thanksgiving and finding big-box deals on Black Friday comes the national day of giving…
Read the storyAlum Kiesha Johnnies proudly served with City Year Milwaukee’s founding corps in 2010, serving a year in the city she…
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Learn more about serving with City Year AmeriCorps as a student success coach tutoring and mentoring students.
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Introducing Ken Wakwe! We were able to have a chat with Ken Wakwe and talk about his service with City Year. We talked to him about his recent roles and how he uses…
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Each weekday, I wake up promptly at 5:30 am. I start my day with a nice cup of coffee and…
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This year City Year New Hampshire has made its debut at its first middle school in ten years! The Middle School…
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