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

Earlier this month we virtually welcomed our 2021-22 AmeriCorps class, marking the official beginning of our 15th year of service in Los Angeles and Inglewood.   Our Opening Day celebration…
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Want to know how you’ll be supported throughout service? Here’s a comprehensive list of the benefits and resources you’ll have…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ gives AmeriCorps member Mi’Ele Booker the opportunity to be the person she needed when she was younger, especially…
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The yellow jacket is a legacy of trust in Sacramento, people move on but the yellow jacket persists, here’s a…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Chicago is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Steans Family Foundation, which allows us to serve in two…
Read the storyThe Memphis Grizzlies are giving back to teachers in a big way: the team assembled 650 teacher kits and thank-you…
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Returning this year as the Team Leader at George Washington Carver STEM, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Cleveland AmeriCorps member Paulina Tesnow, reflects…
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In September 2021, the Center for Black Educator Development, a frequent Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philly collaborator, launched a new campaign called…
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On Saturday, September 18, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ 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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Teachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…
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Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. Here…
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