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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Our Impact
Hoops and mentoring basketball tournament
October 23, 2019
From cheerleading and basketball, to science, dance, and even film-making club, City Year’s work isn’t just done during the school…
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Our Impact
City Year and the chocolate factory
On April 10, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary served as the competition ground for City Year Philly’s annual Site Wide Math…
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Benefits & Resources
Why you should serve with City Year Philadelphia
October 8, 2019
There is so much to love about living and working in Philadelphia. Between the scenic parks, accessible art, delicious food and the…
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Our Impact
MLK Day of Service 2019
January 29, 2019
On Monday, January 21, frigid winter temperatures were no match for nearly 1,000 volunteers who turned out for City Year…
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