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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Our Alumni
My City Year experience took me to new heights
June 12, 2019

Just as our AmeriCorps members give their all to support our students, our organization and staff strive to give our…

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The Corps
Tips for a successful year of service with City Year Tulsa
May 31, 2019

So, you’re thinking about applying to City Year Tulsa? Yes! We’re excited to hear you’re interested in joining us at…

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Our Alumni
City Year DC alumni share their stories
May 28, 2019

For nearly 20 years, City Year AmeriCorps members have had the opportunity to serve in this important and distinctive city.

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City Year Sacramento member and student
Our Impact
City Year, Red Nose Day and Comcast NBCUniversal Help More Students Reach Their Full Potential in School and Beyond
May 23, 2019

At a school in California, a student named Juan* takes a deep breath by the classroom door before returning to…

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Education
Making public schools stronger with caring relationships
May 15, 2019

At a school in California, a student named Juan* takes a deep breath by the classroom door before returning to…

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Our Impact
Jacksonville students need mentors like you
May 10, 2019

Jacksonville, the River City by the sea, has so much to offer – an exciting arts and culture scene, diverse…

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Education
65 years after Brown v. Board of Education: Envisioning the future
May 7, 2019

In the 65 years since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that racial segregation in…

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Little Rock skyline
The Corps
Five things we love about living in Little Rock
May 6, 2019

Little Rock, AR is full of surprises. See why you should choose to serve with City Year Little Rock.

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The Corps
Strapped for Cash? You Can Still Build Great Money Habits
April 29, 2019

Educating yourself about money early on creates a foundation for financial health as your career progresses and your earnings rise.

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The Corps
How Impact Managers support their City Year AmeriCorps members
April 12, 2019

As a senior Impact Manager at City Year Columbus, Zandra manages two teams at Champion Middle School and Trevitt Elementary…

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City Year AmeriCorps member
The Corps
Make national service the star of your resume
April 11, 2019

Being thoughtful, planning and preparing, focusing on results, making data-driven decisions and the so-called ‘soft skills’ Google says make the…

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The Corps
From Little Rock to the Big Apple, one City Year AmeriCorps member shares his journey
March 29, 2019

Learn about one Corps member’s ability to serve in his hometown and across the country with City Year.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners