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.
Here are four ways we work to support City Year AmeriCorps member wellbeing and mental health during their service year…
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Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit AmeriCorps members serve as Student Success Coaches from the morning bell to the end of the day…
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Each May, organizations and communities across the nation celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, coming together to express gratitude to the educators…
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The City Year Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are City Year’s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit’s school team at Gompers Elementary-Middle School nominated Ms. Laurielle Martin for our School Partner Spotlight because…
Read the storyCity Year Detroit’s school team at Bethune Elementary-Middle School nominated Mrs. Linda Jackson for our School Partner Spotlight because…
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What does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…
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Throughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…
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Fernecia Humphrey, City Year Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with City Year after the 2022-2023…
Read the storyOur team at Ascot Elementary School had the pleasure of hosting the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten to…
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Over the last few months, City Year Memphis and their local Starbucks partners—along with several other community organizations, businesses and…
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