June Resources

In honor of Red Nose Day, an annual campaign that raises awareness and funds to support children living in poverty, Kelly Clarkson meets with City Year AmeriCorps members to highlight how our partners at City Year provide hands-on learning and mentorship to underserved students in New York City.

Younger generations are feeling increasingly disillusioned as political polarization deepens and trust in institutions declines. A recent survey by our grantee partner, More in Common, finds that Gen Z is underwhelmed and frustrated with what they have seen our country’s democracy deliver in their lifetimes and are willing to rethink the fundamentals of the American government. The research explores Gen Z’s complex relationship with democracy — revealing a generation yearning for belonging and searching for new ways to engage with civic life.

Research shows that men’s involvement in caregiving improves the quality of relationships, lifestyle choices, and physical and mental health for women, children, and men themselves, and this type of caregiving benefits society at large.

For the Hechinger Report, Jim Balfanz, Chief Executive Officer of City Year, and Aneesh Sohoni, Chief Executive Officer of Teach for America, highlight the positive impact of national service on rural and urban communities and examine the dire consequences of canceling AmeriCorps grants.

In Pelican Rapids, teens are learning how to talk, and listen, across differences through Beyond Civics, a program that equips young people with the skills to build understanding and identify shared community needs. Meeting weekly, students practice empathetic listening, explore service gaps, and advocate for more inclusive third spaces beyond parked cars or organized sports.

Hear from the former U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, on the benefits of volunteering as a way to combat the loneliness epidemic on NPR’s All Things Considered. Learn how helping others fosters purpose, connection, and a sense of belonging, especially among young people.