City Year Sacramento helps students, schools and our future leaders thrive.
Teams of Student Success Coaches provide consistent, relationship-based support to students, classrooms, and entire school communities—ensuring that young people in under-resourced schools receive the high-quality learning experiences they deserve. These coaches help students build the academic skills and confidence they need to grow and contribute to their communities.
A 2022 study found that students who spent more time with a City Year Student Success Coach showed gains in attendance, academic performance, and personal development. Improvements in key skills such as self-awareness, goal-setting, and perseverance were linked to the equivalent of a full year of academic progress in math or English for students in grades 3 through 10.
We partner with schools in neighborhoods facing long-standing barriers to opportunity. By creating learning environments where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to achieve their goals, City Year helps increase the number of students who stay on track to graduate and are prepared for future success.
Across the country, more than 90% of students at City Year partner schools identify as students of color, and nearly all qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. City Year is committed to working in communities where additional support can make a lasting difference.
City Year is also deeply committed to the growth and development of its Student Success Coaches. During their year of service, our Student Success Coaches, gain valuable professional experience, build transferable skills, and receive coaching, training, and exposure to a range of career pathways. Through workshops, networking opportunities, and mentorship, City Year helps prepare young adults for success in careers in education, public service, business, healthcare, and beyond—strengthening the local workforce and building the next generation of civic leaders.
We believe in the potential of every student—and we know that when young people thrive, so do our communities.
City Year Sacramento currently deploys 50 highly trained AmeriCorps members to serve over 3,200 students across eight schools: Earl Warren Elementary School, Ethel I. Baker Elementary School, Father Keith B. Kenny K-8, Fern Bacon Middle School, Leataata Floyd Elementary, Nicholas Elementary School, Oak Ridge Elementary School, and Rosa Parks K-8.
City Year’s dual mission is to advance academic outcomes for all students and develop the next generation of leaders through national service.
City Year Sacramento’s near‑peer approach to academic and student support in the classroom provides essential resources to both educators and learners, while also developing the next generation of leaders. Our Student Success Coaches gain hands‑on experience, professional skills, and career readiness through service, preparing them for meaningful careers after their service with City Year. By contributing funding, you help us expand our team of Student Success Coaches, allowing us to reach more students across the Sacramento region. Our model supports individual students, strengthens the overall school environment, and creates a powerful pathway for young adults to grow as leaders.
A gift of $150 = Small group incentives for one small group for the year, helping recognize milestones and sustain motivation.
A gift of $250 = One School Spirit Week, building belonging, joy, and school pride among students and the schoolwide community
A gift of $500 = Readiness Academy participation for one corps member, supporting career exploration, skill-building, and post-service success.
A gift of $1,000 = A professional development workshop during the Service to Career Summit, equipping corps members with skills for life after City Year.
A gift of $2,500 = Ten laptops for corps members to use throughout the year for lesson planning, coursework, career development, and professional growth.
A gift of $5,000 = Individualized résumé review and career coaching support for 50 corps members as they prepare for post‑service opportunities.
A gift of $7,500 = Professional headshots for the entire corps, helping corps members present themselves confidently in the job market.
A gift of $10,000 = Filling a Yellow Jacket: creates an opportunity for an additional Student Success Coach to serve, bringing more near‑peer mentors into schools and expanding our reach and impact.
Organization name
City Year Sacramento
2012
Mission Category
Education
Operating Budget
$1,000,001-$5 million
Organization Need
Funding: Program, Board Members
Demographics Served
Youth & Children
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Local Counties Served
Sacramento
Address
3301 BroadwaySacramento, CA, US