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.
Meet Â鶹ÊÓƵ New Orleans alum Jessica Ramirez! Jessica served as an AmeriCorps member at the Baptist Community Ministries team…
Read the storyReflecting on my Time at Â鶹ÊÓƵ Maddy Allen ’17 Upon reflecting on my time at Â鶹ÊÓƵ, I realized…
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Growing up is hard. It’s filled with unexpected hurdles, setbacks, and falls. But most importantly, with age comes growth. It’s…
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This year marks a momentous time in AmeriCorps’ legacy – thirty years of commitment to national service. At its…
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What does it really mean to have someone, a mentor, change your life? The concept of being part of that…
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Focusing on self-care is essential for everyone, especially those with a mental health condition. It is a fundamental human right…
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I dedicated my Â鶹ÊÓƵ Red jacket to the kids I work with at Jacksonville Elementary. These wonderful children have…
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Meet AmeriCorps member Ju White! He proudly serves as a senior AmeriCorps member and Service Leader with Â鶹ÊÓƵ New…
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Keimahney Carlisle (pictured fourth, red jacket) writes about her experiences serving on Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia’s 2022-23 Civic Engagement team. …
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A recently issued report from the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) shows a dramatic increase in the number of…
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I used to think I was a pretty reflective person, pondering things and questioning takeaways from people and experiences. Little…
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At Â鶹ÊÓƵ Basic Training Academy (BTA), I encountered many remarkable experiences that contributed to profound personal and professional growth….
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