Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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Learn about City Year’s ongoing efforts to integrate research-based academic and social-emotional supports in schools across the country.
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Comcast Cares Day is more than just a service day for Comcast NBCUniversal employees and partners. It’s a day to…
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During the class reading time, Jolene would cringe when it was her turn to read out loud and often didn’t…
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All of the standardized tests my students will be taking soon are rigorous, and for third graders represents a certain…
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This year, City Year Chicago’s Civic Engagement team organized a spectacular day of service at the Marie Curie Metropolitan High…
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Their multi-year gift, given at the highest level in City Year’s history, is catalyzing the organization’s ability to deepen its…
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At every stage of City Year’s history, Kristen and Jim Atwood and their family have invested passion, resources and countless…
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For more than two decades, David has worked to advance national service opportunities for America’s young people.
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From her earliest days growing up in Colombo, Sri Lanka, entrepreneur and philanthropist Tushara Canekeratne understood the power of relationships…
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The themes of mentorship and education have shaped both Diana Davis Spencer’s life and the areas of focus for her…
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Dr. Darienne Driver has led Wisconsin’s largest school district since she was appointed in 2014 at age 36, making her…
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Harry’s, an innovative men’s grooming company that gives both time and money to organizations that help prepare people for personal…
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