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

City Year emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.
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City Year AmeriCorps members provide consistent care and support for students and schools during the pandemic.
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We’re sharing our new research and learning agenda and our journey to embrace an equity-focused approach as we seek to…
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City Year is dedicated to adopting an asset-based approach to describe the students, schools and communities we serve.
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Looking to support students in a vibrant new community? Here are four amazing cities where you can make a difference.
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You’ve accepted the invitation to serve, but now what? Here’s what you need to know about registration day at City…
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This year, all City Year AmeriCorps members returned to in-person learning. What’s the experience been like? Read on to learn…
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Though this part of the City Year experience may be particularly challenging, it’s also normal! And we want you to…
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Want to know how you’ll be supported throughout service? Here’s a comprehensive list of the benefits and resources you’ll have…
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We’re pleased to share our annual report, a look back at our work in 2019-2020—a year of challenge, learning and…
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Mid-year AmeriCorps members add capacity to existing City Year teams and support even more students in reaching their full potential….
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Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…
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