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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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The Next Generation: A Farewell and Thank You from Executive Director Jennie Johnson

January 20, 2023

It is with deep and bittersweet gratitude that I will be stepping down as Executive Director of City Year Providence…

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Our Impact

Statement by Our Executive Director on Recent Racial Injustices

June 17, 2020

We at City Year Providence believe that Black Lives Matter. Period. We share the sentiment of our national organization in condemning the inhumane murders of…

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an elementary student is working at desk while AmeriCorps member is standing by to help

Education

Making sense out of math with games, competition and ‘growth mindset’

April 9, 2019

A battle of mathematical wits is playing out in a cramped but colorful classroom. Ruben*, an outgoing fourth-grader with dark…

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Benefits & Resources

Top 10 things to know before applying to City Year Providence

Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.

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The Corps

Why Providence is the place to be

April 12, 2018

Between the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence, Rhode Island is the place to be.

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Our Impact

Mentoring students: a two-way street

July 31, 2017

City Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…

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