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Our stories

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

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Our Community
A Love Letter to Buffalo, New York
May 13, 2024

You may not have heard a whole lot about Buffalo, New York, but it’s the second biggest city in the…

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The Corps
Top Reasons Why You’ll Love Living and Working In Memphis
May 9, 2024

Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…

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Our Community
Spotlight on Kenyatta Johnson, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philly’s 2024 Idealist of the Year
May 6, 2024

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (pictured center, gray suit) is joined by leaders of local youth-serving organizations—including CYP Executive…

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The Corps
Supporting the Next Generation of Teachers

Each May, organizations and communities across the nation celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, coming together to express gratitude to the educators…

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Our Alumni
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Honors Young Alum Derek Qiu
April 30, 2024

The Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…

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Our Impact
A Holistic Approach To Financial Literacy
April 25, 2024

What does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…

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Education
We Can’t Do It Alone: A Conversation with Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie
April 24, 2024

Throughout his personal and professional life, Duval County School Board Chair Darryl Willie has developed a keen eye for what…

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The Corps
Why Serving With Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Memphis Could Be A Great Next Step

Fernecia Humphrey, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ after the 2022-2023…

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Our Impact
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ San Antonio | Bridge Builder Awardees
April 12, 2024

In 2022, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, in partnership with Rick Cavender and  Harvey Najim, introduced our annual Bridge Builder Award which is…

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The Corps
Understanding the importance of equitable access to financial literacy
April 9, 2024

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members are exploring the importance of financial literacy for young people’s…

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The Corps
Leadership and community: reflections of an HBCU alum
April 3, 2024

Did you know that many alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, known as HBCUs, apply to serve with City…

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The Corps
Seven reasons to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City
March 29, 2024

Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps…

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National Strategic Partners
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