Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
In the midst of the many challenges of COVID, one bright spot for City Year has been the opportunity for…
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Whether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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“The structure of City Year is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
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Learn more about Dre Thomas, a City Year alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
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Anthony Lawrence is an impact manager for City Year Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of City Year AmeriCorps…
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City Year alumni make a difference in their communities and careers long after their year or two of service is…
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This has been a hard year. During the pandemic, we have each navigated uncertainty and loss and, at the same…
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Rep. Matt Wilhelm’s City Year experience inspired a deep appreciation for national service and made him a lifelong advocate of…
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As the heart of this organization, we simply could not do this work without you. Thank you.
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A City Year alum who now works for City Year Detroit shares her reflections during Women’s History Month about the…
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Going from a gap year with City Year to Peace Corps was a natural next step for this alum. Read…
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we invited several members of our 32,000+ alumni community to share short uniform stories that explore the power and potential…
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Please join us in congratulating Jim Balfanz on his appointment as CEO of City Year.
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