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.

National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month is the perfect time to celebrate representation as we work toward a more equitable…
Read the storyMy name is Angel Rodriguez, and I proudly serve on the Valero AmeriCorps team at Lanier High School. I want…
Read the storyCity Year San Antonio hosted our annual Opening Day, on Thursday, September 19th at the San Antonio Zoo. Our new 51 AmeriCorps members have dedicated so…
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Two years ago, Emilly Ceballos ’23 decided to move from Southern California to New Hampshire after graduating from college. At…
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UPCOMING EVENTS At City Year, we believe 91¶¶Òõ can reach their full potential as learners and leaders if they have…
Read the storyIn August, City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley embarked upon a retreat to Happy Valley Conference and Retreat Center in Santa…
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This month we sat down with City Year alum Cristian Casanova (2017-18) to catch up on what he’s been up…
Read the storyService impacts each AmeriCorps member differently. Learn directly from three City Year Seattle/King County alumni about how service has framed…
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City Year AmeriCorps members make great mentors for the 91¶¶Òõ we serve. Learn more about what it takes to be…
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A City Year year of service comes with professional development opportunities, deeply rooted camaraderie, and a rich opportunity to change…
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At City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley, we are incredibly proud of our Alumni and strive to provide a continued…
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Principal Jasmin Gomez advocated for City Year to serve at San Jose Elementary School. At the end of our first…
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