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

Here are three tips for mentors of all ages who seek to connect with and promote children’s holistic growth by…
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Throughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…
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As we celebrate a decade of service to the Jacksonville community, it’s impossible to overlook the significant contributions of Veronika…
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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“I know what it felt like to get left behind,” says Colby, a Service Leader serving his second year with…
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Working in schools can push you to a breaking point, but there will be progress.
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City Year Jacksonville alum Emily Wasek shares when she knew that she was responsible for great change in her students’…
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City Year Jacksonville AmeriCorps member Ray Van Allen chose to serve to spend time after college and before graduate school…
Read the storyThe safety and well-being of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, staff, partners and broader communities we serve is always…
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City Year Jacksonville Team Leader Tessa Delgo is entering her 20th month serving with City Year; by far, the most…
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Javon Cohen’s time with City Year Jacksonville was a life-changing experience filled with new ideas and sparks of new personalities.
Read the storyDay in and day out, our AmeriCorps members dedicate themselves to a cause greater than self. The work they do…
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