Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
I love the community that I found in City Year–something I have never experienced in a workplace before.
Read the storyLittle Rock, AR is full of surprises. See why you should choose to serve with City Year Little Rock.
Read the storyCity Year Jacksonville Team Leader Tessa Delgo is entering her 20th month serving with City Year; by far, the most…
Read the storyBaton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, has it all–a thriving music scene, unique food culture, festivals and so much more!
Read the storyEducating yourself about money early on creates a foundation for financial health as your career progresses and your earnings rise.
Read the storyYou could be the person who makes a difference in the lives of students. Apply to serve with the dedicated…
Read the storylearn why we think the Windy City is an amazing place to live and work.
Read the storyEvery City Year site has its own set of local partnerships with benefits for their AmeriCorps members. Benefits vary by…
Read the storyBecause you’ll be living on a stipend, it might be a good idea to hold off on that ottoman from…
Read the storyAs a senior Impact Manager at City Year Columbus, Zandra manages two teams at Champion Middle School and Trevitt Elementary…
Read the storyJavon Cohen’s time with City Year Jacksonville was a life-changing experience filled with new ideas and sparks of new personalities.
Read the storyBeing 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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