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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It is with deep and bittersweet gratitude that I will be stepping down as Executive Director of City Year Providence…
Read the storyWe at City Year Providence believe that Black Lives Matter. Period. We share the sentiment of our national organization in condemning the inhumane murders of…
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A battle of mathematical wits is playing out in a cramped but colorful classroom. Ruben*, an outgoing fourth-grader with dark…
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Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.
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Between the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence, Rhode Island is the place to be.
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City Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
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