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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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Support in the Classroom
May 25, 2022

When my partner teacher first asked me to meet with Aaron every day for 30 minutes, I knew I had…

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A student with City Year AmeriCorps members red nose day
The Corps
Succeeding with the support of Red Nose Day
May 24, 2022

Support students and AmeriCorps members by putting your noses on and supporting the Red Nose Day campaign!

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Serving with City Year tech
Our Alumni
City Year can help you launch a marketing career in tech
May 17, 2022

As a City Year alum, you can use your unique service experience to launch a career in tech! Learn more…

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The Corps
Emerson Collective at EPA Bloomhouse
May 16, 2022

Team Care Force ventures to East Palo Alto, California, in their yellow City Year jackets to prep and lead a…

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City Year builds developmental relationships with students
The Corps
Successfully Closing Out Student Relationships
May 11, 2022

City Year emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.

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A group of AmeriCorps members in the city cross the street in the crosswalk.
Our Community
Mental health awareness month: one recipe at a time
May 10, 2022

A City Year staff member shares how she uses baking to connect, tell stories and work through life’s toughest moments…

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The Corps
Aramark Unites Against Poverty
May 6, 2022

In October 2021, Noel Wuesthoff led Aramark volunteers in his first ever in-person event in Dallas and again a few…

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City Year Headquarters building, located in Boston, MA.
Benefits & Resources
Strengthening your job application
May 4, 2022

Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team—the people who facilitate the hiring process…

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City Year Cleveland alum
Our Alumni
Shining a light on our Cleveland Corps: Aubrey Baumler
April 29, 2022

Get to know some of the proud AmeriCorps members who’ve dedicated a year of their life to serving in Cleveland…

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City Year in the classroom
Our Alumni
Shining a light on our City Year alumni: Tony Ying

Meet two-time City Year Cleveland alum, Tony Ying, who’s currently continuing to serve his community through AmeriCorps VISTA.

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Our Impact
Honoring the 2022 Idealists of the Year
April 25, 2022

Idealists of the Year are nominated by sponsors of City Year Kansas City’s fourth annual Idealist Gala; many come from…

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AmeriCorps member in Jacksonville, Florida speaks with a group of students.
The Corps
City Year offers caring, consistent student support
April 19, 2022

City Year AmeriCorps members provide consistent care and support for students and schools during the pandemic.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners