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

AmeriCorps members pose in front of the “I Love Philly” sign at LOVE Park, 2019. Making the decision to…
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As graduation season approaches and City Year AmeriCorps members prepare to implement their Life After City Year (LACY) plans, many…
Read the storyHere are our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about service with City Year Seattle/King County.
Read the storyCity Year’s attendance and time-off policies are in place to ensure we are fulfilling our commitments to the community.
Read the storyWe are so excited to have you here! From beautiful parks and beaches to museums and art galleries, Seattle is…
Read the storyTopics include: Commuting in Seattle Transportation benefit Using your ORCA card Commuting in Seattle Taking public transit Buses: Buses…
Read the storyTopics include: Why do we wear uniforms? Uniform pieces Do I have to wear the uniform every day? When will…
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First-Year ACM Taryn Painter (back row, second from left) with her Kensington High School team. To support AmeriCorps members, City…
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Serving with City Year can help lay the foundation for a career in social work. Learn more about service with…
Read the storyOne of the most interesting parts of service is the people that you meet along the way. From the staff…
Read the storyWe love Detroit, and we’re confident that you will, too! What does the city have to offer? Here are the…
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Doing one year of service with City Year is a transformational experience. But what happens when you stay for another?…
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