Learning Experiences: AmeriCorps Over 20 Years, Over 4 Million Hours and Counting
“Through courageously sharing their stories, my students have reminded me that what lies within us is far stronger than any societal issue inflicting our country. AmeriCorps has been an unforgettable experience that I will carry with me always.”
Celebrating AmeriCorps Service Week: The Lasting Impact of National Service
Citizen Schools launched its partnership with AmeriCorps in 2002. Since then, 2,400 AmeriCorps members have served with Citizen Schools, providing 4.8 million hours of support to students, school staff, program partners, and volunteers.
This week marks AmeriCorps Service Week 2025, a time to recognize the millions of Americans who have raised their hands to serve. For those unfamiliar with this important institution, AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism that helps communities across the country. This service also includes workforce development, providing paid opportunities for individuals to both help their communities and accelerate their careers.
At Citizen Schools, AmeriCorps provides critical funding and serves as a key recruitment tool, allowing us to hire Fellows who bring thousands of hours of Experience-Based Learning activities to students across the country through their service. Fellows continue to be a cornerstone of the Citizen Schools program model, offering year-round support at our sites with training and guidance from our national program team.
The Power of Partnerships
In the spirit of Learning Together and our core value of Teamwork, one thing Citizen Schools has learned through our AmeriCorps experience is the exponential power of partnerships between the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. These collaborations help provide our students with the educational opportunities they deserve.
“Our AmeriCorps Fellows never cease to amaze me with their passion, dedication, and creativity. They are committed to doing whatever it takes to have a real impact in the communities where they serve. While they only serve for one year, each one of them has a lasting impact on our host site partners and the students they serve. It is always so fulfilling to see how many of our AmeriCorps members go on to accomplish amazing things in the nonprofit and education sector.”
See the Impact Firsthand
Want to see AmeriCorps service in action? Watch this inspiring video highlighting the stories of Citizen Schools AmeriCorps members and their motivation for serving in classrooms nationwide.
Join the Conversation
Help us celebrate the service of Citizen Schools’ current AmeriCorps members! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be shining a spotlight on our members across our social media pages. Join the conversation and show your support!
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