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

AmeriCorps Spotlight Thomas A. Edison High School Works with 9th and 10th graders Subjects: Algebra 2, Earth Science, and English  With the first…
Read the story
Cooking healthy, delicious and affordable meals on a budget is easy. Read on for five great recipes made with AmeriCorps…
Read the storyÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ offers its members countless valuable personal and professional opportunities. From developing interpersonal skills to making connections within a…
Read the storyOne of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s founding stories is Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a shortened version of a Zulu proverb which means “I…
Read the story
Learn about Care Force Team member Ja’Lon Eason’s experience and how Mother Nature influenced his trip.
Read the storyOne of my favorite Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ core values is ubuntu. This value is a term of the Zulu tribe from…
Read the storyWe live in an era ruled by social norms and in a world where most people use technology and social…
Read the story
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Buffalo kicked off their Opening Day celebration this month in collaboration with sponsors, staff and teachers from five…
Read the story
I remember how the other third-graders whispered and stared every time my reading tutor called me over to practice comprehension…
Read the story
It takes a lot to serve as a tutor, mentor, and role model to a classroom of students, not to…
Read the storyAs we celebrate Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÂ AmeriCorps Member Appreciation Month, Women’s History Month is also underway. Marketing and Communications Intern Kia Smith…
Read the story
While working on her Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application, Jessica Butay reached the question: ‘Where would you like to apply to serve?’…
Read the story