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

Check out these helpful tips to end your service term with City Year in a meaningful way for yourself and…
Read the storyWhy isn’t my phone charging? Why isn’t my vacuum cleaner working, or how can I get my computer to…
Read the storyGaining valuable work experience is crucial to accelerating your career. But “work” experience may be extended to volunteering…
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Looking for a way to maximize your Segal Education Award? You should think about serving with us in Los Angeles…
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Left: Randy in his current role as Assistant Principal of Instruction at Simon Gratz High School. Right: Randy with a…
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Celebrating Another Year of Service to Students On May 27, we hosted City Year Orlando’s Tenth Anniversary Graduation event where…
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When my partner teacher first asked me to meet with Aaron every day for 30 minutes, I knew I had…
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Support students and AmeriCorps members by putting your noses on and supporting the Red Nose Day campaign!
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As a City Year alum, you can use your unique service experience to launch a career in tech! Learn more…
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In December 2021, Care Force ventured to East Palo Alto, California to break out our yellow City Year jackets and…
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City Year emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.
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A City Year staff member shares how she uses baking to connect, tell stories and work through life’s toughest moments…
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