JA of Central Illinois
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 hereJunior Achievement of Central Illinois Spotlight
Calling all JA Alumni!
Did JA make a difference in your life? Is there a story you want to share about how a JA mentor helped positively influence your life or career? Do you want to re-connect with JA and others who had "the JA experience?"
Learn about JA AlumniJunior Achievement Volunteer Needs
Through volunteer partnerships with organizations large and small, or individuals interested in sharing their experiences with youth in our community, JA learning experiences inspire and prepare young people for success in Central Illinois.
Learn aboutJunior Achievement Volunteer Needs
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
Central Illinois Business Hall of Fame - 2023
Laureate induction into the Central Illinois Business Hall of Fame is a lifetime achievement award for individuals who have consistently demonstrated these qualities throughout their professional lives: Business Excellence, Visionary, Innovative Leadership, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Longstanding, Contemporary Accomplishments, Community, Involvement and High Moral and Ethical Principles.
View EventCentral Illinois Business Hall of Fame - 2023
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