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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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5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Joining City Year
March 28, 2024

One There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…

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Our Impact
Reflecting on 10 years with City Year Jacksonville’s Veronika McDougald
March 26, 2024

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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Our Impact
Thank You AmeriCorps Members!

March is AmeriCorps Appreciation Month! We decided to partner with our school community to say thank you to our AmeriCorps…

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Our Impact
City Year Ripples of Hope | The Prism Effect
March 22, 2024

San Antonio Ripples of Hope Event Our annual Ripples of Hope Gala theme this year is The Prism Effect! Our…

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HBCU graduate shares why she serves with City Year
March 19, 2024

If you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…

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Our Impact
Celebrating Women’s History Month!

March is an extra special month here at City Year – not only do we get to celebrate AmeriCorps Member…

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Equity
Celebrating Women’s Leadership: Highlights from the City Year Washington DC Ripples of Impact Women’s Leadership Luncheon
March 15, 2024

As the world came together to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2024, City Year Washington DC proudly hosted…

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The Corps
City Year scholarships help offset the cost of your education
March 13, 2024

Did you know that as a City Year AmeriCorps member or alum, you’re eligible for exclusive scholarships for undergraduate and…

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Education
2024 City Year San Antonio Idealists of the Year

In the past, City Year San Antonio has recognized one Idealist of the Year annually. In 2024, we are taking…

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The Corps
City Year AmeriCorps members support each other
March 7, 2024

As we step into AmeriCorps Appreciation Week (March 10-16, 2024), which City Year celebrates all month long, it’s a perfect…

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Our Impact
Our equitable research learning journey continues
March 4, 2024

City Year’s equity-based research journey continues City Year has always been a learning organization, seeking out feedback, developing deep collaborations,…

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Our Impact
My Yellow Jacket Story
February 27, 2024

Every year, City Year AmeriCorps members in California are given the iconic yellow bomber jacket that they wear every day…

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