Our stories
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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Each May, organizations and communities across the nation celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, coming together to express gratitude to the educators…
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The City Year Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are City Year’s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
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Throughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…
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Fernecia Humphrey, City Year Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with City Year after the 2022-2023…
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In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, City Year AmeriCorps members are exploring the importance of financial literacy for young people’s…
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If you speak with an HBCU alum about their experience, you’ll quickly learn that service to the community is one…
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Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
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One There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…
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As we celebrate a decade of service to the Jacksonville community, it’s impossible to overlook the significant contributions of Veronika…
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March is AmeriCorps Appreciation Month! We decided to partner with our school community to say thank you to our AmeriCorps…
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If you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…
Read the storyMarch is an extra special month here at City Year – not only do we get to celebrate AmeriCorps Member…
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