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

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (pictured center, gray suit) is joined by leaders of local youth-serving organizations鈥攊ncluding CYP Executive…
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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鈥檚 highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
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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 鈥23, decided she wanted a second year of service with City Year after the 2022-2023…
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In 2022, City Year, in partnership with Rick Cavender and聽 Harvey Najim, introduced our annual Bridge Builder Award which is…
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In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, City Year AmeriCorps members are exploring the importance of financial literacy for young people鈥檚…
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Did you know that many alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, known as HBCUs, apply to serve with City…
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Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to City Year AmeriCorps…
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One There will be days that will test you, and you鈥檒l contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…
Read the storyMy name is Roz Komisar Blanck and I am a relatively new board member. I heard about City Year from…
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