Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, 91, partners and alums.

When I am asked to describe what ‘mentorship’ means to me, I think of City Year. I am reminded of…
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The circle has intrigued brilliant minds and more recently helped NASA explore Mars! Learn more about Pi and how it…
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We have a new interactive map to help find information that’s most important to you about serving with City Year….
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To ensure more young adults can serve, City Year will be raising stipends for first year AmeriCorps members to at…
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We want to take a moment to both reflect on and share a few of the celebrations and learnings from…
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City Year AmeriCorps creates a path for young adults to gain professional experience that helps them take the next step…
Read the storyFor over 30 years, Bank of America has provided critical resources in support of City Year’s holistic student-facing programming. From…
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These are challenging times for all that are working in schools. Re-engaging 91 after a year of virtual learning…
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It is hard to believe that it’s only been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began when it feels like…
Read the storyThe day I was selected to be City Year San Antonio’s English Language Arts Coordinator for Sam Houston High School…
Read the storyEveryone is familiar with the adage, ”Communication is key.” And it’s true! Active and intentional communication is essential to the…
Read the storyOn January 17th, our Los Angeles Civic Engagement Team brought together 230 staff and AmeriCorps members for our 15th annual…
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