Boundless Futures through Education
Junior Achievement of Central Illinois is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success
How You Can Get Started
Junior Achievement of Central Illinois provides several ways that you can get involved whether you're someone looking to volunteer, part of a district or school looking for educational materials, or part of a business looking to help us expand the reach of our mission.
Volunteers
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Volunteers, begin hereSchools and Parents
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
Schools and Parents, begin herePartners
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
Partners, begin herePost-High School
Post-high school programming offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in today's ever-evolving world.
Students, Begin HereJunior Achievement of Central Illinois Spotlight
JA Finance Park® Virtual
Students are exposed to various concepts that they will see in real life, such as monthly expenses, insurance, loans, and most importantly, an introduction to the world of budgeting. With the help of local businesses, this curriculum and simulation for students serves as a reflection of our community.
Learn aboutJA Finance Park® Virtual
CareerSpark & JA Inspire®
CareerSpark is a hands-on, interactive work and career readiness experience designed to spark students interest in the exciting careers available in their community.
Learn aboutCareerSpark & JA Inspire®
JA of Central Illinois Trivia Bowl 2024
*Online Raffle Tickets Available Now!* Let JA bring you "Back to School!" We're helping students answer the big questions to help prepare for a successful future. All funds raised through trivia and the online raffle directly support programs that empower K-12 students in central Illinois with the tools and knowledge to be work and career ready, financially literate, and to think like an entrepreneur.
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