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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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The Corps
Embracing Change and Growth: My Â鶹ÊÓƵ Basic Training Academy Journey
September 19, 2023

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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The Corps
From Tragedy to Action: AmeriCorps Member Confronts the Silent Epidemic of Gun Violence Among Young People
September 1, 2023

Imagine seeing a loved one for the first time in a long time. High spirits and good energy filled the…

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Our Impact
Three tips to connect with students this fall
August 31, 2023

Have you ever felt vulnerable or insecure when walking into a new environment? Especially at the start of a new…

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The Corps
Kicking Off Our 25th Year: Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit is Back to School
August 30, 2023

  Our Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit AmeriCorps members are back in schools! For the 25th school year, AmeriCorps members will provide…

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dallas Corps members posing for a group photo
The Corps
Behind the Scenes at Basic Training Academy
August 17, 2023

As we gear up for another transformative year of service and impact, we are thrilled to welcome over 50 passionate…

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The Corps
Ready to Serve: My Journey to Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philly
August 16, 2023

Cameron Cheatham, incoming 2023-24 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia AmeriCorps member, writes about his personal experiences that drew him to service.  …

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The Corps
Three self-care tips to support your well-being during service
August 4, 2023

Learn from two Â鶹ÊÓƵ alums about how boundaries and healthy approaches to self-care helped them better support students.

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The Corps
New AmeriCorps Members Arrive for 2023-24
July 28, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ San Antonio is thrilled to welcome our new 2023-24 AmeriCorps member class! This year we have 58 total…

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Our Impact
Reflecting on a year of service: Emilio Monahan
July 18, 2023

Emilio Monahan, who just completed his first year of service and will return next year on the Civic Engagement team,…

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Benefits & Resources
The AmeriCorps Member Guide to Philadelphia
July 10, 2023

AmeriCorps members pose in front of the “I Love Philly” sign at LOVE Park, 2019.   Making the decision to…

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Our Alumni
ALUMNI PROFILE: Why Stefanie Vestal Always Puts Service Above Self
July 6, 2023

Written By Jewels Dabdub, AmeriCorps Member   Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps Member. Senior Corps Member. Alumni Board Member. Impact Manager. Classroom…

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The Corps
Leadership After Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Q&A with Four 2022-23 CYP Corps Members
June 26, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philly AmeriCorps members (clockwise from top left) Olivia Baptiste, Jianna Frei, Tomir Johnson, and Amina Khan speak about…

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National Partners