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

Each year, many of our AmeriCorps members relocate to cities across the country to begin service. We know that this…
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Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…
Read the storyIn honor of AmeriCorps month, we caught up with 6 of our alumni who have continued with national service beyond…
Read the storyExperience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…
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Left: Amanda Gamble during her time serving with City Year Philadelphia in 2011-2012. Right: Amanda with Mayor Jim Kenney and…
Read the storyTo celebrate Women’s History Month, we wanted to give everyone a glimpse into our service and the incredible women who help…
Read the storyAlthough I completed my service with City Year from 2014-2016, it remains one of the most supportive and encouraging networks…
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During the month of February, City Year Boston celebrated Black History Month and the accomplishments of Black individuals, organizations, and movements…
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On Thursday October 22, 2020 my fellow teammates Karli Swensen, Avery Brick and I interviewed former City Year Sacramento (’12-13′)…
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In celebration of Black History Month, we are featuring our incredible alumni, modern day heroes who continue to change the world. Keep reading to get to…
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Karli, Eric and I were very excited and thankful to get to speak with Egypt Worthy over Microsoft Teams on…
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Karli, Eric, Molly and I were very thankful for Amy taking time out of her busy schedule to speak with…
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