Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
City Year Detroit’s school team at Gompers Elementary-Middle School nominated Ms. Laurielle Martin for our School Partner Spotlight because…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit’s school team at Bethune Elementary-Middle School nominated Mrs. Linda Jackson for our School Partner Spotlight because…
Read the storyWhat does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…
Read the storyThroughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…
Read the storyFernecia Humphrey, City Year Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with City Year after the 2022-2023…
Read the storyOur team at Ascot Elementary School had the pleasure of hosting the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten to…
Read the storyOver the last few months, City Year Memphis and their local Starbucks partners—along with several other community organizations, businesses and…
Read the storyIn 2022, City Year, in partnership with Rick Cavender and Harvey Najim, introduced our annual Bridge Builder Award which is…
Read the storyIn recognition of Financial Literacy Month, City Year AmeriCorps members are exploring the importance of financial literacy for young people’s…
Read the storyIf you speak with an HBCU alum about their experience, you’ll quickly learn that service to the community is one…
Read the storyDo you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
Read the storyOne There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…
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