Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
In November 2017, Westgate Resorts Foundation announced its investment of $1 million in grants for various nonprofits in Central Florida to continue its Strong Families, Strong Workforce…
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City Year empowers you to lead your peers, build relationships with students and the communities you serve and partner with…
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Maddie DeLong built a number of special relationships with students during her service year as a City Year Cleveland AmeriCorps…
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City Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
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As we struggle as a country to grasp why some people are given opportunities while others struggle just to get to…
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Comcast Cares Day is more than just a service day for Comcast NBCUniversal employees and partners. It’s a day to…
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Interested in law school? One university partner believes that a gap year allows applicants the opportunity to gain valuable skills.
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This year, City Year Chicago’s Civic Engagement team organized a spectacular day of service at the Marie Curie Metropolitan High…
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Their multi-year gift, given at the highest level in City Year’s history, is catalyzing the organization’s ability to deepen its…
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At every stage of City Year’s history, Kristen and Jim Atwood and their family have invested passion, resources and countless…
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For more than two decades, David has worked to advance national service opportunities for America’s young people.
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The themes of mentorship and education have shaped both Diana Davis Spencer’s life and the areas of focus for her…
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