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

The school year may have started, but it’s not too late to serve with City Year Philly! We’re currently accepting…
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What does it mean to “do service” in a world no longer bound by ones and zeroes? City Year AmeriCorps…
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Last year, while on my lunch break, I texted my mother a question: “How did you learn in school?” My…
Read the storyPicture this, scrawny Shelby with her nearly black hair long enough to sit on, scooted up as close as possible…
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Learn more about the benefits of service with City Year AmeriCorps, including preparation for a career, exclusive scholarships, the Segal…
Read the storyClick here to view a larger version of our organizational chart City Year San Antonio’s organizational chart gives you an…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit is thrilled to welcome Roz Blanck, a long-time volunteer in the community, as the newest…
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City Year can support AmeriCorps members develop skills they need to help prepare them for a career.
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KICKING OFF ANOTHER YEAR OF SERVICE! City Year Orlando celebrates the AmeriCorps members committing a year of service to Orlando…
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At City Year Greater Boston, we start every new year with an intensive training and preparation program called Greater Boston…
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Your ballot counts! Help City Year bring together educators to discuss how to prioritize anti-racist research strategies in education.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
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