Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
Read the storyCity Year Kansas City’s Shelby Voigt shares a personal reflection in celebration of Latinx Heritage Month.
Read the storyDuring City Year, Jermal Perkins was encouraged, empowered and given the tools to live out service, joy, trust and gratitude…
Read the storyIdealists of the Year are nominated by sponsors of City Year Kansas City’s fourth annual Idealist Gala; many come from…
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March 13-19 is recognized nationally as AmeriCorps week, but we extend the celebration of our AmeriCorps members to encompass the…
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In a recent article from NPR, teachers across the U.S. shared their experiences as educators amid what is communally being…
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These are challenging times for all that are working in schools. Re-engaging students after a year of virtual learning…
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Sunday, Feb. 13, SoFi Stadium will be packed and full of excitement with Super Bowl LVI underway. Attending the Super…
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When I joined City Year in Fall 2016, I was unsure what to expect. Months before, I finished my last…
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Each year, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of service, City Year Kansas City partners with a…
Read the storyExperience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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