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

On Monday, January 20th, more than 400 volunteers joined Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee for a day of service at Lancaster…
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Q2 Partner Highlights Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia’s work is made possible thanks to organizations and community partners across the city who often…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Chicago AmeriCorps member Anthony Ortiz shares what Ubuntu means to them and for their service year at Dett…
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Kimmy Lee is a charismatic connector on the City Boston People Team – the department that supports human resources for our staff and…
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For Nolan Tully, a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia (CYP) Associate Board member and a Partner at Philadelphia headquartered law…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ draws a lot of inspiration from Dr. King, and it is most evident on Martin Luther King Jr….
Read the storyThe work life of an AmeriCorps member can be described as an exhilarating, beautiful, and meaningful experience filled with many…
Read the storyIf you follow Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ on any social media platform or know anything about it, you have probably seen #MakeBetterHappen…
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I believe in the power of change. Yes, change can be difficult and a huge step, but I believe it’s…
Read the storyOn January 20, 2020, over 700 volunteers gathered at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary School to commemorate the legacy of Dr….
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On December 5, leaders and champions within the Orlando community came together at the Winter Park Golf Course for a…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and Search Institute have been working together since 2017 to explore how Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members in Columbus,…
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