Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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On Saturday, September 18, Â鶹ÊÓƵ New Hampshire kicked off our 2021-22 service year with our annual Opening Day ceremony….
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We are so excited that this year we are not only partnering with Boston Public Schools, but also expanding to…
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Whether serving with Â鶹ÊÓƵ, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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Last Monday, August 9 marked the official first day of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia’s 2021-22 service year with the start of…
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Each year, Â鶹ÊÓƵ New Orleans welcomes a new group of talented and dedicated AmeriCorps members. Over their year of…
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“The structure of Â鶹ÊÓƵ is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
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Learn more about Dre Thomas, a Â鶹ÊÓƵ alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
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This past year we wanted to engage with Team Care Force and staff alumni, so our team put together…
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Anthony Lawrence is an impact manager for Â鶹ÊÓƵ Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps…
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Orlando is grateful to Heart of Florida United Way for their continued investment and partnership in our work…
Read the storyEarlier this month we graduated our 2020-2021 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Los Angeles AmeriCorps class, marking the end of our 14th year of service in Los…
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In the midst of the many challenges of COVID, one bright spot for Â鶹ÊÓƵ has been the opportunity for…
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