Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Not sure what you want to do after service? With City Year, you’ll receive the support you need to create…
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If you are a recent high school graduate or a current college student unsure what to do this fall, City…
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We have a new interactive map to help find information that’s most important to you about serving with City Year….
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To ensure more young adults can serve, City Year will be raising stipends for first year AmeriCorps members to at…
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City Year’s Teacher Pathways program is training the next generation of diverse and equity-focused educators. Learn more about this unique…
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City Year alums share inspiring words about what City Year has meant to them and their stories of falling in…
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Learn more about serving with City Year AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps through this alum’s experience
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Not all cities have robust public transit systems, so it may be best to commute by car for some sites….
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Help students recovering from pandemic-related disruptions gain confidence in their reading and writing skills.
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Before you begin your City Year application, check out these tips to help you ace your short answer questions!
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You won’t need a car to serve in one of these cities! Here are four sites that offer free public…
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Did you know that one of the key benefits AmeriCorps members receive is access to the Segal Education Award to…
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