How you can get started

Junior Achievement of New York 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.

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Schools and Parents

Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.

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Partners

Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.

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JA of New York Spotlight

Volunteer at JA Finance Park

  Where: New York, NY

 Time Investment: Typically 6 hours

As a volunteer, you'll guide middle and high school students through a hands-on, real-world simulation where they learn to manage personal finances, make informed decisions, and develop critical life skills.

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Volunteer at JA Finance Park

Experience JA Job Shadow

  Where: At your company or organization

 Time Investment: Typically a half business day

Inspire the next generation of leaders by hosting a JA Job Shadow, where students gain firsthand experience in your workplace and learn about career paths in your industry. Share your expertise, foster curiosity, and help prepare students for their future success!

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Experience JA Job Shadow

JA Finance Park Sponsorship Opportunities

JA Finance Park, located in Manhattan's vibrant Garment District, provides schools and students across the region with an immersive financial literacy experience. Sponsoring JA Finance Park offers your company exceptional brand visibility while empowering thousands of young people from high-need communities to make informed financial decisions. Explore how your investment can create lasting impact through JA Finance Park sponsorship opportunities.

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JA Finance Park Sponsorship Opportunities

Bowl-A-Thons

The Junior Achievement of New York Bowl-A-Thons are exciting and impactful team-building events where employees from corporate partners come together to bowl, network, and raise funds to support Junior Achievement’s mission of inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.

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Bowl-A-Thons

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Students Reached Locally
2023-2024

3148

Classes Locally
2023-2024

5870

Volunteers Locally
2023-2024

312

Schools Reached Locally
2023-2024

467096

Contact Hours Locally
2023-2024

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