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

At a school in California, a student named Juan* takes a deep breath by the classroom door before returning to…
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Jacksonville, the River City by the Sea, has so much to offer – an exciting arts and culture scene, diverse…
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In the 65 years since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that racial segregation in…
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Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, has it all–a thriving music scene, unique food culture, festivals and so much more!
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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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Whether it’s taking over a failed project or building new skills, Ellen approaches every challenge as a learning opportunity–an attitude…
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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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learn why we think the Windy City is an amazing place to live and work.
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Learn how FIRST LEGO League and CIty Year are helping to extend educational equity through engineering in this afterschool program.
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We welcomed City Year Orlando sponsors and champions to celebrate another year of service at our annual fundraising event, Ripples…
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Because you’ll be living on a stipend, it might be a good idea to hold off on that ottoman from…
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