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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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The Corps
Make national service the star of your resume
April 11, 2019

Being thoughtful, planning and preparing, focusing on results, making data-driven decisions and the so-called ‘soft skills’ Google says make the…

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Benefits & Resources
Top 10 things to know before applying to Â鶹ÊÓƵ Providence
April 9, 2019

Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.

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2019 Starry Starry Night attendees give AmeriCorps members a standing ovation.
The Corps
A Starry Starry Night to Remember
April 4, 2019

It was a windy March day when Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members gathered in New Castle to prepare for our 19th…

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AmeriCorps members take the Â鶹ÊÓƵ pledge
The Corps
Welcome to Â鶹ÊÓƵ Buffalo
April 1, 2019

“The youth of Buffalo are unstoppable, as are Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members.â€

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member speaking at event
The Corps
From Little Rock to the Big Apple, one Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member shares his journey
March 29, 2019

Learn about one Corps member’s ability to serve in his hometown and across the country with Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

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The Corps
A thank you note from staff
March 21, 2019

Day in and day out, our AmeriCorps members dedicate themselves to a cause greater than self. The work they do…

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The Corps
What do Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members do? Run afterschool programs
March 20, 2019

Â鶹ÊÓƵ San José alumnae Kailey Rawston and Liza Flores share how they managed afterschool time and creatively kept about 100 first and…

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Three AmeriCorps members serve their alma mater in L.A.
The Corps
Three AmeriCorps members return to serve at their alma mater

Serving with Â鶹ÊÓƵ Los Angeles takes spirit, discipline, purpose and pride; when corps members serve in the schools they…

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Twelve AmeriCorps members with their arms up in a spirit break
The Corps
How to combat compassion fatigue
March 15, 2019

Here are a few ways to combat Compassion Fatigue, when you may find yourself worn out from caring for others.

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Benefits & Resources
5 things we love about living in San José
March 13, 2019

There is so much more to San José than the latest app or software company. Read on to learn why…

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Benefits & Resources
How I used my Segal Education Award to travel
February 22, 2019

One of the benefits of serving with Â鶹ÊÓƵ is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…

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The Corps
5 things AmeriCorps members should expect from Â鶹ÊÓƵ

Â鶹ÊÓƵ is one of those experiences where you get out what you put in. Carnisha Tassin shares her experience

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners