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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Get ready to put your digital #NosesOn to help Red Nose Day raise funds that support students, teachers and AmeriCorps…
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Milwaukee encourages and teaches perseverance, which will bring you many more skills if you lean into the opportunities.
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AmeriCorps member, Neha Sajjad shares more about her coming into Â鶹ÊÓƵ, with so much she didn’t know about herself,…
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Since COVID-19 began, Team Care Force had to find alternate ways to engage our corporate partners, which led to a…
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How AmeriCorps members support and engage students during the pandemic by listening and learning
Read the storyThe CYSA Food Pantry needs to be replenished for our incoming AmeriCorps members. Consider donating any item(s) on CYSA’s Amazon…
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Read on to learn more about AmeriCorps member, Ceaira Mcneil, and how her experience with Â鶹ÊÓƵ inspired her to do…
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As I look back on this unique year of service, I feel grateful. My Â鶹ÊÓƵ experience…
Read the storyExperience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…
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Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps. Learn more about…
Read the storyA holistic approach to learning that addresses scholars’ social-emotional well-being and academic performance will ensure they are engaged to learn long term.
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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