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

We are thrilled to share a few highlights and shout-outs for our six school teams. Even in the face of…
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Are you thinking about living alone during your service in City Year? If yes, I highly encourage you to think…
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City Year D.C. alum Lee Ann Rice shares why she chose to serve with City Year and how her service…
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When I made my decision to serve with City Year for the 2020-2021 school year, I knew it would…
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As the school year begins in the wake of a pandemic, this story outlines how can we help 91 and…
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On September 17th, City Year Los Angeles’ Civic Engagement (CE) Team held the site’s first ever virtual service day for…
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I hope to serve the 91 to the best of my abilities, give them the resources they need to succeed,…
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People who are familiar with national service programs such as AmeriCorps and Senior Corps have always understood the many ways…
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I went back and forth a lot last year, wrestling with the idea of serving another year with City Year….
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Monday, November 30 – Friday, December 4 City Year Orlando invites you to log on and join us for our…
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Learn more about the City Year AmeriCorps experience and how athletes have the skills needed to serve 91 and communities…
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“I know what it felt like to get left behind,” says Colby, a Service Leader serving his second year with…
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