Education For What’s Next
Junior Achievement of Western New York is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success
Our Impact
Get Started With JA
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.
Educators
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
Impact Partners
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
Young Adult Learning Experiences in Western New York
JA Workforce Coaching
Are you looking ahead and are unsure of your path? Let a coach guide you at no cost to you.
Junior 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.
Funders and Partners
Our work would not be possible without the generous support of many - including schools, volunteers, and donors.
Junior Achievement of Western New York Spotlight
JA of Western New York Impact Report
We are proud to present our 2023-2024 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.
Annual Impact Report
JA Bowl-a-thon WNY
Our signature bowling fundraiser returns for our 40th anniversary celebration in spring 2026. 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!
JA Stock Market Challenge WNY
Annual BNSME Golf Outing
Save the date - Our annual golf outing is moving to a THURSDAY night!
For 31 years, Buffalo Niagara Sales and Marketing Executives (BNSME) have been partnering with Junior Achievement of WNY (JA) for the Annual Golf Outing.
Annual BNSME Golf Outing
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