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

Support students and AmeriCorps members by putting your noses on and supporting the Red Nose Day campaign!
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As a City Year alum, you can use your unique service experience to launch a career in tech! Learn more…
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Team Care Force ventures to East Palo Alto, California, in their yellow City Year jackets to prep and lead a…
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City Year emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.
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A City Year staff member shares how she uses baking to connect, tell stories and work through life’s toughest moments…
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In October 2021, Noel Wuesthoff led Aramark volunteers in his first ever in-person event in Dallas and again a few…
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Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team—the people who facilitate the hiring process…
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Get to know some of the proud AmeriCorps members who’ve dedicated a year of their life to serving in Cleveland…
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Meet two-time City Year Cleveland alum, Tony Ying, who’s currently continuing to serve his community through AmeriCorps VISTA.
Read the storyIdealists of the Year are nominated by sponsors of City Year Kansas City’s fourth annual Idealist Gala; many come from…
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City Year AmeriCorps members provide consistent care and support for students and ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ during the pandemic.
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Looking to start a career in nonprofits after service? Here are five nonprofits that love to hire City Year alums!
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