Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
One of City Year’s founding stories is Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a shortened version of a Zulu proverb which means “I…
Read the storyHonoring, engaging and elevating student voice is central to City Year’s Whole School, Whole Child work in schools. Learn more…
Read the storyLearn about Care Force Team member Ja’Lon Eason’s experience and how Mother Nature influenced his trip.
Read the storyIntroducing 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…
Read the storyEach weekday, I wake up promptly at 5:30 am. I start my day with a nice cup of coffee and…
Read the storyOur service partner was La Casa Norte, whose mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. They provide access…
Read the storyOne of my favorite City Year core values is ubuntu. This value is a term of the Zulu tribe from…
Read the storyThis year City Year New Hampshire has made its debut at its first middle school in ten years! The Middle School…
Read the storyWe live in an era ruled by social norms and in a world where most people use technology and social…
Read the storyCity Year Philadelphia alum Anthony Copeman, a certified financial educator who focuses on helping millennials manage their financial health, grew…
Read the storyCity Year Orlando’s Idealist Breakfast event brought together individuals who are passionate about education and dedicated to supporting student success.
Read the storyCity Year Buffalo kicked off their Opening Day celebration this month in collaboration with sponsors, staff and teachers from five…
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