How you can get started

Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana 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 here

Schools and Parents

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

Schools and Parents, begin here

Partners

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

Partners, begin here

Online resources for Kentuckiana Teachers and Parents

Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana is providing free online resources to teachers and parents. We are doing this so our kids can spend more time planning for and dreaming about tomorrow, and less time worrying about today. We are committed to doing this until we can all be certain again.

Program Resources

I am a teacher, parent or student looking for stand-alone activities, facilitator guides, or ancillary resources that support learning.

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Donate

I want to support Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana in the effort to provide free online resources to teachers and parents with a gift to my local JA.

Donate

Spotlight JA of Kentuckiana

2025 JA Free Enterprise Open Golf Scramble

  Where: Covered Bridge Golf Club

 When: Monday, May 12, 2025 10:00 AM

Join us for a spectacular day at the 2025 JA Free Enterprise Open Golf Scramble!

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2025 JA Free Enterprise Open Golf Scramble

Raytheon and Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana Team Up for Another Epic Pop-A-Shot Tournament

Raytheon and Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana teamed up once again for their annual Pop-A-Shot Tournament, blending friendly competition with career inspiration to empower local students through JA Inspire to Hire. With hands-on industry exposure, enthusiastic leadership from Raytheon’s Jake Mitchell, and a shared commitment to student success, the event highlighted the power of community collaboration in preparing the next generation for the future.

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Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana’s Volunteer of the Year

David Callan has been named Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana’s Volunteer of the Year, recognizing his years of dedication to JA, the Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame, and WDRB. As a longtime producer at WDRB, David worked behind the scenes to ensure seamless storytelling and event production. Even in retirement, he continues to shape future storytellers through his work at Jeffersonville High School. His contributions to JA BizTown and the Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame have given countless students hands-on experience in broadcasting and leadership. Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana President Jennifer Helgeson praised David’s unwavering commitment, calling his impact immeasurable. His passion, precision, and mentorship have left a lasting legacy, making this award truly well deserved.

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Empowering Youth Through Opportunity: SummerWorks Partners with Junior Achievement

Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana is once again partnering with Louisville’s SummerWorks program to provide youth ages 16–21 with meaningful job opportunities, workforce education, and career readiness skills. With support from Mayor Craig Greenberg and local leaders, the initiative connects young people to roles in various industries through partnerships with top employers and nonprofits like Junior Achievement, where participants gain hands-on experience through immersive programs like JA Finance Park. This collaboration not only helps students earn a paycheck but also builds their confidence, financial literacy, and future career pathways.

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54335

Students Reached Locally
2023-2024

1694

Classes Locally
2023-2024

3132

Volunteers Locally
2023-2024

272

Schools Reached Locally
2023-2024

487527

Contact Hours Locally
2023-2024

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