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

During AmeriCorps celebration, we recognize the commitment of the millions of Americans who have chosen to serve and encourage more…
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When I am asked to describe what ‘mentorship’ means to me, I think of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. I am reminded of…
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We have a new interactive map to help find information that’s most important to you about serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ….
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To ensure more young adults can serve, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ will be raising stipends for first year AmeriCorps members to at…
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We want to take a moment to both reflect on and share a few of the celebrations and learnings from…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member Jaybazz Jacobs shares how compassion and critical thinking can unite those who don’t share the same…
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Looking to support students in a vibrant new community? Here are four amazing cities where you can make a difference.
Read the storyFor over 30 years, Bank of America has provided critical resources in support of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s holistic student-facing programming. From…
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Sunday, Feb. 13, SoFi Stadium will be packed and full of excitement with Super Bowl LVI underway. Attending the Super…
Read the storyThe other day, I told one of my students to please remember to put periods at the end of his…
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It is hard to believe that it’s only been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began when it feels like…
Read the storyThe day I was selected to be Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ San Antonio’s English Language Arts Coordinator for Sam Houston High School…
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