Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

Whether serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
Read the story
By Kate Seltzer, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Boston AmeriCorps member ’21 “You are my other me. When I do harm to you,…
Read the story
Each year, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ New Orleans welcomes a new group of talented and dedicated AmeriCorps members. Over their year of…
Read the story
“The structure of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
Read the story
Learn more about Dre Thomas, a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
Read the story
This past year we wanted to engage with Team Care Force and staff alumni, so our team put together…
Read the story
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ 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 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles AmeriCorps class, marking the end of our 14th year of service in Los…
Read the story
Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…
Read the storyIn honor of AmeriCorps month, we caught up with 6 of our alumni who have continued with national service beyond…
Read the storyExperience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…
Read the story
Left: Amanda Gamble during her time serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia in 2011-2012. Right: Amanda with Mayor Jim Kenney and…
Read the story