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

Working at City Year, we give so much of ourselves to a cause we truly believe in. This is why…
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On Monday, January 21, frigid winter temperatures were no match for nearly 1,000 volunteers who turned out for City Year…
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Starting the City Year experience, the thing I was most looking forward to being involved in was Leadership Lunch. I…
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We’re all settling down after recess. The hands on the clock hit 12:35 p.m. and four students stand up, each…
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In 2008, several schools in Los Angeles were deemed “drop out factories.” Despite this label, a dedicated group of teachers challenged…
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Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, I witnessed a lot in my community: teen pregnancy, homelessness, drug addiction. It scared…
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On Sept. 25th we celebrated Opening Day with Los Angeles Unified Board President Monica Garcia and Assembly member Miguel Santiago,…
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Here are six great apps that are sure to put some extra cash in your pocket and a smile on…
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There are so many great reasons to live in Columbus, including more than 300 festivals every year, beautiful parks, big…
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We are fired up and back in schools! For many City Year AmeriCorps members their first year of service is…
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City Year Orlando Americorps members serving at Oak Ridge High School will proudly wear the Heart of Florida United Way…
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City Year Orlando is proud to be selected as a recipient of The Starbucks Foundation’s 2018 Opportunity for All grant,…
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