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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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Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member in school service
Benefits & Resources
Top things you should know about Â鶹ÊÓƵ before applying
September 2, 2021

Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared to serve with Â鶹ÊÓƵ. Here…

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Benefits & Resources
4 ways to stretch your AmeriCorps stipend
July 20, 2021

When you’re living on an AmeriCorps stipend, every penny counts. To help you make the most of your bi-weekly stipend,…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members ready to work with students
Opportunity
Supporting schools with the help of Red Nose Day
May 24, 2021

Get ready to put your digital #NosesOn to help Red Nose Day raise funds that support students, teachers and AmeriCorps…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps Red Jacket Closeup
Benefits & Resources
Prepare to serve with Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s pre-service checklist
April 13, 2021

Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…

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Benefits & Resources
Thinking about a year of service in Kansas City? Here’s what recruiters think you should know.
April 2, 2021

Experience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…

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Benefits & Resources
Tips to ace job interviews from AmeriCorps mentors
January 26, 2021

The interview is a space for you to tell your prospective employer more about your background, experiences, and to express…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Service Year Advisor
Benefits & Resources
Supporting Your Pre-Service Experience
January 6, 2021

Service Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…

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The Corps
Meet Taco Bell’s Live Más Scholarship Winner, Clark Shimeall
December 11, 2020

Meet Â鶹ÊÓƵ Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…

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Benefits & Resources
Networking outside my comfort zone
December 9, 2020

While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…

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The Corps
Serving on a Budget: Eating Well on a Â鶹ÊÓƵ Stipend
December 4, 2020

Let’s be real. Living on a Â鶹ÊÓƵ stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…

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Benefits & Resources
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Partners with Hulu for A Virtual Career Week Event
August 13, 2020

From August 3rd-7th, Â鶹ÊÓƵ partnered with Hulu to offer a career and professional development experience like no other! This…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member with student at school
Benefits & Resources
School Registration Information
July 6, 2020

The new school year is almost here! Find school registration information for schools we serve below: Lanier High School Registration…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners