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.
We are thrilled to share some exciting news regarding Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dallas’ continued commitment to providing invaluable support to students…
Read the storyGrowing up is hard. It’s filled with unexpected hurdles, setbacks, and falls. But most importantly, with age comes growth. It’s…
Read the storyThis year marks a momentous time in AmeriCorps’ legacy – thirty years of commitment to national service. At its…
Read the storyWhat does it really mean to have someone, a mentor, change your life? The concept of being part of that…
Read the storyFocusing on self-care is essential for everyone, especially those with a mental health condition. It is a fundamental human right…
Read the storyI dedicated my Â鶹ÊÓƵ Red jacket to the kids I work with at Jacksonville Elementary. These wonderful children have…
Read the storyMeet AmeriCorps member Ju White! He proudly serves as a senior AmeriCorps member and Service Leader with Â鶹ÊÓƵ New…
Read the storyKeimahney Carlisle (pictured fourth, red jacket) writes about her experiences serving on Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia’s 2022-23 Civic Engagement team. …
Read the storyA recently issued report from the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) shows a dramatic increase in the number of…
Read the storyI used to think I was a pretty reflective person, pondering things and questioning takeaways from people and experiences. Little…
Read the storyAt Â鶹ÊÓƵ Basic Training Academy (BTA), I encountered many remarkable experiences that contributed to profound personal and professional growth….
Read the storyInternational Literacy Day is celebrated each year on September 8 to promote literacy’s importance on the personal and community level….
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