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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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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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Memphis Could Be A Great Next Step

Fernecia Humphrey, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with Â鶹ÊÓƵ after the 2022-2023…

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U.S. DSEd Cindy Marten Visits Ascot ES to Spotlight Impact of Student Success Coaches
April 22, 2024

Our team at Ascot Elementary School had the pleasure of hosting the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten to…

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Creating hope and opportunity in Memphis through partnerships
April 16, 2024

Over the last few months, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Memphis and their local Starbucks partners—along with several other community organizations, businesses and…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ San Antonio | Bridge Builder Awardees
April 12, 2024

In 2022, Â鶹ÊÓƵ, 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, Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Kansas City
March 29, 2024

Do you know about the vibrant city of Kansas City and the incredible opportunities it offers to Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps…

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The Corps
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Joining Â鶹ÊÓƵ
March 28, 2024

One There will be days that will test you, and you’ll contemplate quitting. But you persevere for a reason. One…

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Reflecting on 10 years with Â鶹ÊÓƵ Jacksonville’s Veronika McDougald
March 26, 2024

As we celebrate a decade of service to the Jacksonville community, it’s impossible to overlook the significant contributions of Veronika…

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Our Impact
Thank You AmeriCorps Members!

March is AmeriCorps Appreciation Month! We decided to partner with our school community to say thank you to our AmeriCorps…

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HBCU graduate says Â鶹ÊÓƵ gave her “a chance to grow”
March 19, 2024

If you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…

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