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.
The Corps
Top Reasons Why You’ll Love Living and Working In Memphis
May 9, 2024
Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…
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The Corps
Why Serving With Â鶹ÊÓƵ Memphis Could Be A Great Next Step
April 24, 2024
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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Our Alumni
Corps to corporate: the journey of a Â鶹ÊÓƵ Louisiana AmeriCorps member to Memphis
October 23, 2019
The act of service is truly a radical act of love and underscores the value of human existence. I have…
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Our Alumni
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Memphis builds the teacher pipeline
While in college, I studied criminal justice with a specific focus on the school to prison pipeline and juvenile delinquency….
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The Corps
A parent’s perspective
October 16, 2016
Service to cause greater than self is one of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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