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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Here are four ways we work to support City Year AmeriCorps member wellbeing and mental health during their service year…
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You may not have heard a whole lot about Buffalo, New York, but it’s the second biggest city in the…
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Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit AmeriCorps members serve as Student Success Coaches from the morning bell to the end of the day…
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Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (pictured center, gray suit) is joined by leaders of local youth-serving organizations—including CYP Executive…
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Each May, organizations and communities across the nation celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, coming together to express gratitude to the educators…
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Here’s what “student success coach” means to us and why we believe more schools could benefit from having this additional…
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The City Year Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are City Year’s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit’s school team at Gompers Elementary-Middle School nominated Ms. Laurielle Martin for our School Partner Spotlight because…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit’s school team at Bethune Elementary-Middle School nominated Mrs. Linda Jackson for our School Partner Spotlight because…
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Did you know that one of the key benefits AmeriCorps members receive is access to the Segal Education Award to…
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What does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…
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