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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Did you know that one of the key benefits AmeriCorps members receive is access to the Segal Education Award to…
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What does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…
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In 2022, Â鶹ÊÓƵ, in partnership with Rick Cavender and Harvey Najim, introduced our annual Bridge Builder Award which is…
Read the storyMy name is Roz Komisar Blanck and I am a relatively new board member. I heard about Â鶹ÊÓƵ from…
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As the world came together to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2024, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Washington DC proudly hosted…
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In the past, Â鶹ÊÓƵ San Antonio has recognized one Idealist of the Year annually. In 2024, we are taking…
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Norm Goldberger (center, light blue shirt) and his Ballard Spahr colleagues host a meet & greet for the Bethune Elementary…
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Last Friday afternoon, Dr. Michael Stevens, Executive Director of CYDC, and Gavin Ware, Managing Director of External Affairs, accompanied by…
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit AmeriCorps members serve as Student Success Coaches from the morning bell to the end of the day…
Read the storyÂ鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit’s school team at Cody High School nominated Elizabeth Toye for our School Partner Spotlight because of…
Read the storyÂ鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit’s school team at Marion Law Academy nominated Nkosi Shorter for our School Partner Spotlight, in part,…
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On Monday, January 15th, CYDC hosted MLK Day of Service bringing together volunteers, community members, and youths from across DC…
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