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.

Schools and Parents

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

Schools and Parents, begin here

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

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.

Learn More about Program Resources

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.

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Spotlight JA of Kentuckiana

Third Annual PlayFORE JA Topgolf

  Where: TopGolf

 When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 1:00 PM

Join us at the third annual PLAYFOREAJA by signing up your team today!

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Third Annual PlayFORE JA Topgolf

JA Inspire to Hire Fall 2025

  Where: Kentucky Exposition Center

 When: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 8:30 AM

JA Inspire to Hire is a two-day, hands-on career expo impacting over 6,500 students. The JA Inspire to Hire initiative includes curriculum and activities prior to attending the mega-career fair at the Kentucky Expo Center.

This career exploration is massive in size and impact with over 58 exhibitors engaging students in the skills needed for jobs that will be in demand when they graduate and will learn about the equipment that is used on those jobs daily, along with an opportunity to interview for positions and internships.

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JA Inspire to Hire Fall 2025

Duke Energy Foundation Supports Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana to Deliver Work Readiness Programs to Southern Indiana Young Adults

The Duke Energy Foundation announced its support for Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana’s (JAKY) new initiative aimed at empowering young adults outside traditional classrooms. With this funding, JAKY will deliver hands-on work readiness programs at The Excel Center–Clarksville, a tuition-free adult charter high school operated by Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana. The center helps adults earn high school diplomas and industry-recognized certifications.

The initiative focuses on practical skills like financial literacy, job preparedness, and personal development, delivered in community-based settings. Leaders from JAKY, The Excel Center, and Duke Energy emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing workforce challenges and providing equitable opportunities for adult learners.

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Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana President Receives Prestigious National Award

Jennifer Helgeson, President of Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana, has been awarded the 2025 Karl Flemke Pioneer Achievement Award at the JA USA National Leadership Conference in Cleveland, Ohio. This national honor recognizes outstanding first-time JA Area Presidents for their exceptional leadership and impact. Under Helgeson’s guidance, JA Kentuckiana has seen significant growth and innovation. She credited the success to her dedicated team, board, volunteers, and community supporters. The award honors the legacy of Karl Flemke, former JA Inc. president, and celebrates leaders who inspire the next generation through education and empowerment.

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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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