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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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Benefits & Resources
Universal Orlando Supports AmeriCorps Member Professional Development
March 20, 2018

On March 20, 2018, members of the Universal Orlando Resort Human Resources team visited City Year Orlando. Universal Orlando team…

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Benefits & Resources
The Benefits of a City Year AmeriCorps Member
March 19, 2018

Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.

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Our Alumni
Alum uses Law Degree to Support Immigrants
March 5, 2018

Change is not made all at once. It builds gradually over time – one person, one student, one client at…

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The Corps
Activating student success through positive relationships [voices from the field]
February 26, 2018

We can meet students where they are by putting the theories surrounding social-emotional learning into practice, particularly by building lasting…

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Collins Ave in Miami
Benefits & Resources
Why we love Miami
February 23, 2018

There are 354,172 students in Miami who need and deserve our support. You could be part of an AmeriCorps team that…

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Benefits & Resources
4 tips for making the best first impression through your job application
February 12, 2018

Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team that will help you confidently craft…

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blueberry oatmeal and coffee
Benefits & Resources
Living on a stipend: quick, healthy and affordable meals
February 9, 2018

Still, a healthy meal is important for your wellbeing and productivity.  From breakfast to dinner here are some quick, delicious…

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The Corps
Empathy: Harmony Project experience
February 5, 2018

Every Wednesday at South High School, Harmony Project hosts an after-school choir program for our students. When first introduced to the organization, I thought…

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Our Alumni
Making the Leap to Consulting After City Year

Learn more about this City Year AmeriCorps member’s journey from a national service gap year to consulting and how they…

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Benefits & Resources
You will grow beyond belief – making career moves at City Year Boston’s 18 Minute Networking
January 23, 2018

As graduation edges near the horizon of the service year, our City Year AmeriCorps members are planning for their next…

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The Corps
Celebrating MLK: The purpose of service
January 15, 2018

A City Year Columbus AmeriCorps member discusses the importance of service in maintaining Martin Luther King Jr’s beloved society.

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Our Impact
Westgate Resorts Foundation Invests in Strong Families, Strong Workforce Mission
January 1, 2018

In November 2017, Westgate Resorts Foundation announced its investment of $1 million in grants for various nonprofits in Central Florida to continue its Strong Families, Strong Workforce…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners