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

You’ve accepted the invitation to serve, but now what? Here’s what you need to know about registration day at City…
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Left: David Guzman, Program Manager, Mayor’s Office of Civic Engagement & Volunteer Service, City of Philadelphia. Right: David with his…
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Thinking about college after City Year service? Here are five exclusive scholarships that help you achieve your education goals after…
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Have some burning questions before applying to serve with City Year? Find those answers here!
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When I joined City Year in Fall 2016, I was unsure what to expect. Months before, I finished my last…
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City Year Chicago (CYCHI) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Steans Family Foundation, a longtime supporter and advocate for the North…
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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…
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As an activist and equity strategist, Emerald has committed her life’s work to both finding joy and the liberation of…
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This Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we’re highlighting four Latinx members of our community that inspire us and exemplify City Year values…
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Left: Lisa Parladé’s current headshot. Right: Lisa and some of her fellow AmeriCorps members from the Morrison School Team at…
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Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared for service with City Year AmeriCorps….
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Whether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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