Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
City Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in empowering young people. Through interviews…
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Yes, the holiday season can be stressful—making travel plans, wrapping up work before winter break, figuring out what gifts to…
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Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping to…
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City Year is committed to providing our AmeriCorps members with resources, opportunities and support that help them to achieve their…
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Fatimah Abdulmateen takes service seriously. Fatimah served two years with City Year as an AmeriCorps member, making her an alum…
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Though this part of the City Year experience may be particularly challenging, it’s also normal! And we want you to…
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If you are a recent high school graduate or a current college student unsure what to do this fall, City…
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September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…
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City Year AmeriCorps members make great mentors for the students we serve. Learn more about what it takes to be…
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Have some burning questions before applying to serve with City Year? Find those answers here!
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Because you’ll be living on a stipend, it might be a good idea to hold off on that ottoman from…
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Read more and check the City Year blog to learn the soft skills our corps members gain through a year…
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