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

City Year Jacksonville Team Leader Tessa Delgo is entering her 20th month serving with City Year; by far, the most…
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Educating yourself about money early on creates a foundation for financial health as your career progresses and your earnings rise.
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You could be the person who makes a difference in the lives of students. Apply to serve with the dedicated…
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learn why we think the Windy City is an amazing place to live and work.
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Every City Year site has its own set of local partnerships with benefits for their AmeriCorps members. Benefits vary by…
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Javon Cohen’s time with City Year Jacksonville was a life-changing experience filled with new ideas and sparks of new personalities.
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As a senior Impact Manager at City Year Columbus, Zandra manages two teams at Champion Middle School and Trevitt Elementary…
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Being thoughtful, planning and preparing, focusing on results, making data-driven decisions and the so-called ‘soft skills’ Google says make the…
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Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.
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It was a windy March day when City Year AmeriCorps members gathered in New Castle to prepare for our 19th…
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“The youth of Buffalo are unstoppable, as are City Year AmeriCorps members.”
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Learn about one Corps member’s ability to serve in his hometown and across the country with City Year.
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