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

After a plate full of turkey on Thanksgiving and finding big-box deals on Black Friday comes the national day of giving…
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Cooking healthy, delicious and affordable meals on a budget is easy. Read on for five great recipes made with AmeriCorps…
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Books form the backbone of our conversations, interactions and the collaborative learning experiences that bind us to one another. This…
Read the storyCity Year offers its members countless valuable personal and professional opportunities. From developing interpersonal skills to making connections within a…
Read the storyMy name is Kiesha Johnnies and I proudly served with City Year Milwaukee’s FOUNDING corps. Yes, founding corps. What does…
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Learn more about serving with City Year AmeriCorps as a student success coach tutoring and mentoring students.
Read the storyOne of City Year’s founding stories is Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a shortened version of a Zulu proverb which means “I…
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Honoring, engaging and elevating student voice is central to City Year’s Whole School, Whole Child work in schools. Learn more…
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Learn about Care Force Team member Ja’Lon Eason’s experience and how Mother Nature influenced his trip.
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Introducing Ken Wakwe! We were able to have a chat with Ken Wakwe and talk about his service with City Year. We talked to him about his recent roles and how he uses…
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Each weekday, I wake up promptly at 5:30 am. I start my day with a nice cup of coffee and…
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Our service partner was La Casa Norte, whose mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. They provide access…
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