Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Doing one year of service with City Year is a transformational experience. But what happens when you stay for another?…
Read the storyWe interviewed AmeriCorps members from the Henry Wilson Elementary School team to ask them about what it’s like to serve…
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It is hard to believe that it’s only been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began when it feels like…
Read the storyEveryone is familiar with the adage, ”Communication is key.” And it’s true! Active and intentional communication is essential to the…
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City Year Chicago is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Steans Family Foundation, which allows us to serve in two…
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There are over 600,000 students in the Los Angeles Unified School District who need and deserve our support in order…
Read the storyExperience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…
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Whatever life after City Year holds for AmeriCorps member Emily Stillman, she will carry our value of idealism wherever she…
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Meet City Year Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…
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While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
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Let’s be real. Living on a City Year stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…
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From August 3rd-7th, City Year partnered with Hulu to offer a career and professional development experience like no other! This…
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