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

We hear time and time again from corps members and alums that when they first joined Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ as an…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
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At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, we know, and research shows, that mentorship can change lives and improve long-term outcomes for young people….
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This story first ran in 2023 and has been updated. A recently issued report from the Partnership for Student Success…
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We know that today, not all students have access to a plethora of online resources that help to enhance their…
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Yes, the holiday season can be stressful—making travel plans, wrapping up work before winter break, figuring out what gifts to…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is committed to providing our AmeriCorps members with resources, opportunities and support that help them to achieve their…
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Fatimah Abdulmateen takes service seriously. Fatimah served two years with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ as an AmeriCorps member, making her an alum…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members make great mentors for the students we serve. Learn more about what it takes to be…
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If you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…
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A new research project, the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alumni Bridging Study, explores how the national service program AmeriCorps prepares young people…
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What does it mean to take a holistic approach to financial wellness? How do you take the full context of…
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