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Our stories

Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Our Community
An Interview with CYLA Spring Break Co-Chairs, Dwight Caines & Erik Feig
March 27, 2025

For the past two years, CYLA Board Members and Spring Break Event Co-Chairs, Dwight Caines and Erik Feig, have been…

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Benefits & Resources
Financial success on a stipend
March 26, 2025

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia alum Anthony Copeman, a certified financial educator who focuses on helping millennials manage their financial health, grew…

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Our Impact
Learn about a partnership to support students
March 24, 2025

This story first ran in 2023 and has been updated. A recently issued report from the Partnership for Student Success…

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Benefits & Resources
Four ways to stretch your AmeriCorps stipend
March 19, 2025

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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Benefits & Resources
Tips to ace job interviews from AmeriCorps mentors
February 25, 2025

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

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Our Impact
Insights from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Greater Boston’s 2024-25 Mid-Year Program Surveys
February 18, 2025

At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Greater Boston, we are committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that our AmeriCorps members are making the greatest…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ literacy
Education
Become a stronger literacy coach

Help students recovering from pandemic-related disruptions gain confidence in their reading and writing skills.

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The Corps
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ work to close digital divide with The Achievery, created by AT&T
February 13, 2025

We know that today, not all students have access to a plethora of online resources that help to enhance their…

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Benefits & Resources
Relocating to serve in schools isn’t easy; we want to help
February 6, 2025

Moving is something that’s not only logistically challenging but can also be a strain financially, particularly when you’re learning to…

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Our Impact
From Our Heart to Yours: Why Your Support Means Everything
January 28, 2025

I’ve been sitting with some powerful insights about our nonprofit community in San Antonio, and I wanted to share them…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member teacher pathways opportunities
Benefits & Resources
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ teacher pathways foster joy and belonging
January 21, 2025

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Teacher Pathways program is training the next generation of opportunity-focused educators. Learn more about this unique experience!

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Benefits & Resources
Four ways to ace your Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application
January 6, 2025

Before you begin your Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application, check out these tips to help you ace your short answer questions!

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners