Boundless Futures through Education
Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success
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 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 hereOnline 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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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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JA of Kentuckiana 75th Anniversary Silent Auction and Raffle
Join us in commemorating Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana’s 75th anniversary with an exciting Silent Auction and Raffle!
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The Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame
Join us for an evening of recognizing our community's business leaders while raising funds for local youth.
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JA Inspire to Hire Connects 5,000 Youth and Young Adults with Career Opportunities and Local Businesses at Hands-On Career Exploration Event
JA Inspire to Hire united over 5,000 high school students and young adults with more than 50 local businesses across Kentuckiana for a dynamic, hands-on career exploration event. Held on January 30-31 at the Kentucky Exposition Center’s North Wing, the program offered participants a unique opportunity to experience a day in the life of various professionals, learn the steps to pursue their dream jobs, and understand the skills and education required for each career path. JA President Jennifer Helgeson and JA Vice Chair Christopher Manzo highlighted the event’s focus on addressing urgent regional workforce needs by connecting emerging talent with local employers and valuable mentors.
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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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