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

On June 12, 2025, we proudly graduated our 2024–2025 AmeriCorps class, marking the close of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles’ 18th…
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We hear time and time again from corps members and alums that when they first joined Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ as an…
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As a new Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member, you’re about to embark on a transformative journey—and it all begins with Basic…
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In his graduation speech to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s AmeriCorps volunteers, Luke Hostetter reflects on a year of service that impacted over…
Read the storyWolf Reese didn’t expect Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to change the course of his life—but it did. From navigating culture shock at…
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I chose to serve a year with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Greater Boston because I wanted to embody and practice the values…
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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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On May 28, 2025, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Greater Boston welcomed nearly 400 guests to our annual Starry Night Gala, an unforgettable…
Read the storyCOLUMBUS (May 15, 2025) – Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Columbus, an education nonprofit that works to advance academic outcomes for all students…
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Check out these helpful tips to end your service term with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in a meaningful way for yourself and…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.
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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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