Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
A 2017 study found that having just one black teacher in elementary school (third, fourth or fifth grade) reduced the…
Read the storyMaddie DeLong built a number of special relationships with students during her service year as a City Year Cleveland AmeriCorps…
Read the storyThis extended day program at Sarah Greenwood School in Boston offers students a chance to receive tutoring and extra homework…
Read the storyCity Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
Read the storyAt the beginning of every service year, each City Year AmeriCorps member has the opportunity to craft a personal “I…
Read the story“What is an irrational fear you have?” This was a question I asked Manuel*, a tenth-grade student I mentored during…
Read the storyComcast Cares Day is more than just a service day for Comcast NBCUniversal employees and partners. It’s a day to…
Read the storyFrom the start, I knew that in order to be successful, I needed to develop positive relationships with my teammates,…
Read the storyLeading initiatives and planning events are two key components of the City Year AmeriCorps member role. Learn more about these…
Read the storyTheir multi-year gift, given at the highest level in City Year’s history, is catalyzing the organization’s ability to deepen its…
Read the storyAt every stage of City Year’s history, Kristen and Jim Atwood and their family have invested passion, resources and countless…
Read the storyFor more than two decades, David has worked to advance national service opportunities for America’s young people.
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