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

There are 75,081 students in Milwaukee who need and deserve our support in order to thrive. You could be part of a…
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Last May I graduated from college and I had no idea what I was doing with my life. A friend…
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So, you’re thinking about applying to City Year Tulsa? Yes! We’re excited to hear you’re interested in joining us at…
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New Orleans is known as a city of revelry and festivals and as a resilient and diverse community. You can…
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While working on her City Year application, Jessica Butay reached the question: Where would you like to apply to serve?…
Read the storyCity Year has developed a strong culture of hard work, empathy, respect and understanding. This culture has been deliberately formulated…
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As the largest school district in the state, Little Rock School District (LRSD) enrolls more than 25,000 talented students.
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There’s lots to love about living in the Nation’s Capital. You’ll have access to world-class museums, colleges and universities and…
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Whether it’s the food, scenic parks, accessible art, abundant American history, or the loyal sports fans, Philadelphia is the place…
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I love the community that I found in City Year–something I have never experienced in a workplace before.
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Little Rock, AR is full of surprises. See why you should choose to serve with City Year Little Rock.
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Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, has it all–a thriving music scene, unique food culture, festivals and so much more!
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