Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
One of the benefits of serving with City Year is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…
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At City Year, we know, and research shows, that mentorship can change lives and improve long-term outcomes for young people….
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Thinking about applying to serve with City Year AmeriCorps? Here are five key things you should consider first!
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Congratulations on starting your City Year journey! As a mid-year AmeriCorps member who begins service in the middle of the…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2025 City Year Los Angeles Announces Bill Thompson as New Executive Director Experienced nonprofit leader and…
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There are multiple ways you can serve students in ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ with City Year. We have three roles we’re actively recruiting…
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Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping to…
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No one questions why student athletes need coaching to succeed on the field or court. It’s understood that a good…
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Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.
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Alumni Spotlight: From Service to Schools Meet Thanaa Muhammad, a City Year ’23–’24 alum who turned her year of service…
Read the storyFor more than a decade, Kam Ghassemieh has been one of City Year Los Angeles’ biggest champions. His journey with…
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September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…
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