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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 Alumni
From Hawai’i to Tulsa to teaching, a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member reflects on two years of service
July 15, 2019

In the spring of 2017, Jessica Butay, a Hawai’i native who was about to graduate from college in Colorado, had…

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Our Alumni
How national service shaped me
July 10, 2019

Thirty years ago, when I was 17 years old, I was part of an idealistic experiment, a summer pilot program…

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Our Alumni
For 30 years, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s alumni have made a difference
June 25, 2019

Over the last 30 years, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alumni, now more than 32,000 strong, have been instrumental in helping to drive…

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Benefits & Resources
Why Milwaukee is a great place to live
June 14, 2019

There are 75,081 students in Milwaukee who need and deserve our support in order to thrive. You could be part of a…

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Our Alumni
My Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ experience took me to new heights
June 12, 2019

Just as our AmeriCorps members give their all to support our students, our organization and staff strive to give our…

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The Corps
Tips for a successful year of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Tulsa
May 31, 2019

So, you’re thinking about applying to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Tulsa? Yes! We’re excited to hear you’re interested in joining us at…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ DC tutoring and mentoring
Our Alumni
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ DC alumni share their stories
May 28, 2019

For nearly 20 years, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members have had the opportunity to serve in this important and distinctive city.

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Sacramento member and student
Our Impact
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, Red Nose Day and Comcast NBCUniversal Help More Students Reach Their Full Potential in School and Beyond
May 23, 2019

At a school in California, a student named Juan* takes a deep breath by the classroom door before returning to…

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Benefits & Resources
Top 4 tips to know before applying to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ New Orleans
May 22, 2019

New Orleans is known as a city of revelry and festivals and as a resilient and diverse community. You can…

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Benefits & Resources
Five things we love about Washington, D.C.
May 15, 2019

There’s lots to love about living in the nation’s Capital. You’ll have access to world-class museums, colleges and universities and…

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Education
Making public schools stronger with caring relationships

At a school in California, a student named Juan* takes a deep breath by the classroom door before returning to…

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Our Impact
Jacksonville students need mentors like you
May 10, 2019

Jacksonville, the River City by the sea, has so much to offer – an exciting arts and culture scene, diverse…

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National Partners