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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
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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Olga Remesha and her family are joined by her Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ team for her citizenship ceremony
The Corps
The Road to Citizenship
July 4, 2019

On April 11th, we both had the opportunity to take part in a United States Naturalization Ceremony in Yarmouth, Maine….

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New Board member Lily Maxwell receives her Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ red jacket at the corps Graduation ceremony
Benefits & Resources
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City welcomes new board members
June 27, 2019

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City announces the departure of founding Board Member, Brent Stewart, President & CEO of United Way, and…

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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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The Corps
Putting idealism to work in Kansas City
June 21, 2019

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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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 Impact
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles Graduation 2019
June 13, 2019

Another year of service complete! On Thursday, June 6th, 270 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles AmeriCorps members were joined by family,…

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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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Nicole Nover chats with students in her Leadership Lunch group
The Corps
My Greatest Teachers
June 6, 2019

Last May I graduated from college and I had no idea what I was doing with my life. A friend…

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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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Our Impact
Another year of meaningful service
May 24, 2019

One of our guiding stories, “The Starfish Story,” is used to describe a student our AmeriCorps members know they made…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners