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

Thirty years ago, when I was 17 years old, I was part of an idealistic experiment, a summer pilot program…
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On April 11th, we both had the opportunity to take part in a United States Naturalization Ceremony in Yarmouth, Maine….
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City announces the departure of founding Board Member, Brent Stewart, President & CEO of United Way, and…
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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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Each morning, Airica, a seventh-grade student in Kansas City, steps onto the bus, ready to tackle her school day. She says her commute…
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There are 75,081 students in Milwaukee who need and deserve our support in order to thrive. You could be part of a…
Read the storyAnother year of service complete! On Thursday, June 6th, 270 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles AmeriCorps members were joined by family,…
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Just as our AmeriCorps members give their all to support our students, our organization and staff strive to give our…
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Last May I graduated from college and I had no idea what I was doing with my life. A friend…
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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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For nearly 20 years, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members have had the opportunity to serve in this important and distinctive city.
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One of our guiding stories, “The Starfish Story,” is used to describe a student our AmeriCorps members know they made…
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