Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
By Kate Seltzer, City Year Boston AmeriCorps member ’21 “You are my other me. When I do harm to you,…
Read the storyThroughout the pandemic, City Year’s Network for School Improvement has helped educators find new ways to prioritize the well-being of…
Read the storyCity Year Philadelphia Executive Director Darryl Bundrige (left) and PA State Representative Jordan Harris (right) show off their iconic red…
Read the storyWhen you’re living on an AmeriCorps stipend, every penny counts. To help you make the most of your bi-weekly stipend,…
Read the storyThe challenges of COVID-19 showed how essential student success coaches can be. AmeriCorps members collaborated with teachers and communities to…
Read the storyCompass Pro Bono Consultant Project Strengthens Board Development & Engagement Compass recently completed a year-long pro-bono consulting project with our…
Read the storyAnthony Lawrence is an impact manager for City Year Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of City Year AmeriCorps…
Read the storyCity Year Orlando is grateful to Heart of Florida United Way for their continued investment and partnership in our work…
Read the storyCity Year offers a fellowship program that makes becoming a teacher more affordable for AmeriCorps members. Learn more.
Read the storyAs an organization that’s trying to shift to more asset-based language and better honor and celebrate the students and schools…
Read the storyIn the midst of the many challenges of COVID, one bright spot for City Year has been the opportunity for…
Read the storyThe trusting relationships City Year Memphis created with AmeriCorps members and school partners led to deeper collaboration during the pandemic.
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