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

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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Each day is long, but worth every second of my time My name is Beth Elliott and I’m an AmeriCorps…
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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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Meet Lakeisha Allen, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee AmeriCorps member, and learn more about her through her poem, “I am… I was.”Â
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AmeriCorps Spotlight Thomas A. Edison High School Works with 9th and 10th graders Subjects: Algebra 2, Earth Science, and English  With the first…
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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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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, Hour of Code and digital learning opportunities Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is sharing fun and engaging Hour of Code activities…
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After a plate full of turkey on Thanksgiving and finding big-box deals on Black Friday comes the national day of giving…
Read the storyOne of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s founding stories is Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a shortened version of a Zulu proverb which means “I…
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Learn about Care Force Team member Ja’Lon Eason’s experience and how Mother Nature influenced his trip.
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Each weekday, I wake up promptly at 5:30 am. I start my day with a nice cup of coffee and…
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