Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
Read the storyOne There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…
Read the storyRoz Komisar Blanck joined City Year Detroit’s board in 2022. Though Roz first heard of City Year Detroit in 1999,…
Read the storyAs we celebrate a decade of service to the Jacksonville community, it’s impossible to overlook the significant contributions of Veronika…
Read the storyMarch is AmeriCorps Appreciation Month! We decided to partner with our school community to say thank you to our AmeriCorps…
Read the storySan Antonio Ripples of Hope Event Our annual Ripples of Hope Gala theme this year is The Prism Effect! Our…
Read the storyIf you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…
Read the storyMarch is an extra special month here at City Year – not only do we get to celebrate AmeriCorps Member…
Read the storyAs the world came together to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2024, City Year Washington DC proudly hosted…
Read the storyDid you know that as a City Year AmeriCorps member or alum, you’re eligible for exclusive scholarships for undergraduate and…
Read the storyIn the past, City Year San Antonio has recognized one Idealist of the Year annually. In 2024, we are taking…
Read the storyNorm Goldberger (center, light blue shirt) and his Ballard Spahr colleagues host a meet & greet for the Bethune Elementary…
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