Boundless Futures through Education
Junior Achievement of Western New York is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success
How you can get started
Junior Achievement of Western 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.
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 in Your Community
Junior Achievement of Western New York counts on our many supporters—including schools, donors, and volunteers—to accomplish our work in the community. We are committed to providing an environment full of diversity and free of bias.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Formed in 2020, the DEI/Volunteer Recruitment Committee purpose is to make Junior Achievement of Western New York a more inclusive organization.
Learn More About Our Commitment to DEIFunders and Partners
Our work would not be possible without the generous support of many - including schools, volunteers, and donors.
Learn More About our Funders and PartnersJunior Achievement of Western New York Spotlight
Annual Impact Report
We are proud to present our 2021-2022 JA Impact Report. Click through to learn more about how Junior Achievement of Western New York impacts our community's youth through program delivery in local schools and community centers via a network of volunteers.
Learn aboutAnnual Impact Report
JA Inspire™
JA Inspire™ is a collaboration of education & industry leaders throughout the 33-county region of JA Western & Central NY, focused on providing 1000s of students w/ the tools they need for future success.
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JA Bowl-a-thon WNY
Our signature bowling fundraiser is back in spring 2024! Join us for teambuilding fun for a cause!
Fundraise / Bowl / Celebrate / Educate
JA Bowl-a-thon WNY
JA Stock Market Challenge WNY
Presented by Wells Fargo, a virtual & unpredictable ride through the highs & lows of the real stock market! Students have 10 days to play the market & compete for prizes. Top competitors from our two virtual competitions will be invited to an in-person championship!
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