Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
On Wednesday, May 12, members of the City Year Philadelphia (CYP) community gathered for the fourth and final virtual school…
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Aldustus (A.J.) Jordan was named Idealist of the Year at last week’s virtual Red Jacket Gala in recognition of his…
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On Tuesday, March 23, members of the City Year Philly community gathered for our third virtual school visit with AmeriCorps…
Read the storyNote: Any in-person event photos were taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Olney Team Professional Development Event with Team Sponsor Firstrust Bank Facilitators…
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Left: Amanda Gamble during her time serving with City Year Philadelphia in 2011-2012. Right: Amanda with Mayor Jim Kenney and…
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City Year Philadelphia’s second virtual Lunch & Learn took place on Monday, February 22. The event was moderated by Darryl Bundrige, Executive Director and Vice President of City Year…
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Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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Blaine School AmeriCorps members William Glover-Flood and Tykira Mitchell teach students about important Black figures as part of Black History…
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Our City Year AmeriCorps members serve in schools to promote educational equity as student success coaches. Learn more about service…
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Employees at Willis Towers Watson held a school supplies drive to benefit Sullivan and Harding students, resulting in donations of…
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City Year Philly staff and AmeriCorps members Egypt Worthy (top left), Grant Draughn (top right), Kylie Brazil (bottom left), and…
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Amber Cox first learned about City Year when she was pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business management at The College of New Jersey. It…
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