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

Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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Blaine School AmeriCorps members William Glover-Flood and Tykira Mitchell teach 91¶¶Òõ about important Black figures as part of Black History…
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Computer Science Education week kicks off December 7-12 at schools around the world. Detroit’s Noble Elementary School joined in with…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for 91¶¶Òõ to hang out and…
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Learn more about City Year’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
Read the storyWith the support of Columbus City Schools, City Year Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside 91¶¶Òõ! Read…
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While service looks different at each of City Year’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with 91¶¶Òõ remains the priority…
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As we celebrate National Pizza Day, City Year Detroit thanks the Ilitch Family for donating pizzas to our corps for them to…
Read the storyA Letter from Paula Gold-Williams, President and CEO of CPS Energy. City Year San Antonio’s 2021 Idealist of the Year…
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When the pandemic hit, our AmeriCorps members weren’t the only ones who shifted to working remotely. City Year Boston’s nearly 80+ employees also quickly shifted to…
Read the storyAt the start of each year, each City Year site holds a Red Jacket Dedication ceremony where every City Year…
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