Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
In honor of Black History Month, City Year AmeriCorps member Aysia-Marie Perkins sat down virtually with our Board Co-Chair Mattie…
Read the storyIn celebration of Black History Month, we are featuring our incredible alumni, modern day heroes who continue to change the world. Keep reading to get to…
Read the storyLearn more about City Year’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
Read the storyOur City Year AmeriCorps members serve in schools to promote educational equity as student success coaches. Learn more about service…
Read the storyEmployees at Willis Towers Watson held a school supplies drive to benefit Sullivan and Harding students, resulting in donations of…
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
Read the storyCity Year Philly staff and AmeriCorps members Egypt Worthy (top left), Grant Draughn (top right), Kylie Brazil (bottom left), and…
Read the storyWhatever life after City Year holds for AmeriCorps member Emily Stillman, she will carry our value of idealism wherever she…
Read the storyThis year has been anything but easy, luckily, we were able to make the most of it and serve our…
Read the storyWith the support of Columbus City Schools, City Year Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside students! Read…
Read the storyWhile service looks different at each of City Year’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…
Read the storyAs we celebrate National Pizza Day, City Year Detroit thanks the Ilitch Family for donating pizzas to our corps for them to…
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