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

We know that today, not all students have access to a plethora of online resources that help to enhance their…
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Moving is something that’s not only logistically challenging but can also be a strain financially, particularly when you’re learning to…
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City Year’s Teacher Pathways program is training the next generation of opportunity-focused educators. Learn more about this unique experience!
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Before you begin your City Year application, check out these tips to help you ace your short answer questions!
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If you are a recent high school graduate or a current college student unsure what to do this fall, City…
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Thinking about applying to serve with City Year AmeriCorps? Here are five key things you should consider first!
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Congratulations on starting your City Year journey! As a mid-year AmeriCorps member who begins service in the middle of the…
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AmeriCorps members starting in January add capacity to existing City Year teams and support even more students in reaching their…
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Your City Year service journey can be hard to describe. Check out these tips for describing your service to friends…
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Did you know that many of City Year’s AmeriCorps members want to serve again with us when their first year…
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Yes, the holiday season can be stressful—making travel plans, wrapping up work before winter break, figuring out what gifts to…
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Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping to…
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