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

Rebecca Charles served as an AmeriCorps member at City Year Philadelphia during the 2018-2019 school year. After her year of…
Read the storyPicture this, scrawny Shelby with her nearly black hair long enough to sit on, scooted up as close as possible…
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Learn more about the benefits of service with City Year AmeriCorps, including preparation for a career, exclusive scholarships, the Segal…
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City Year can support AmeriCorps members develop skills they need to help prepare them for a career.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
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Our corps members can find opportunities to gain professional skills in marketing & communications during their time at City Year….
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Wondering how City Year can help prepare you for medical school? Check out this advice from a City Year alum…
Read the storyIn 2022-2023, City Year Miami is celebrating its 15th Birthday and we’re so excited to be going #backtobasics! Join us…
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City Year Philly AmeriCorps members Andrew Gupta, Dimir Leftwich, and Saige Cornick-Turpin speak about their LACY (Leadership After City Year)…
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Creating support systems for students is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Learn how City Year service can propel you towards a…
Read the storyCongratulations to the City Year Los Angeles AmeriCorps class of 2022! The impact each of our corps members made both…
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Every City Year AmeriCorps member (ACM) is a tremendous asset to our team, and each year at graduation, City Year…
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