Cerity Partners & Junior Achievement: Investing in the Future
Author: Jillian Cantu
Corporate Responsibility
Published:
Wednesday, 08 Oct 2025
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At Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana, we know that empowering students with financial literacy and career readiness skills takes both vision and partnership. That’s why we’re proud to recognize Cerity Partners, a firm that has stepped up in a big way to support JA’s mission.
Last year, Cerity took a leadership role as the founding sponsor of JA’s first Stock Market Challenge. They’ve already renewed their sponsorship for this year and have adopted JA as their nonprofit charity of choice, also supporting Inspire and the Business Hall of Fame. Just as importantly, Cerity team members regularly volunteer in classrooms, mentoring students and serving as role models.
A Partnership with Purpose
Cerity’s culture is defined by collaboration, integrity, and putting others first aligns perfectly with JA’s mission. Their commitment goes beyond financial sponsorship to include direct engagement with students, helping to build the skills and confidence young people need for lifelong success.
“Our growing partnership with Junior Achievement reflects a shared commitment to empower young people with essential financial skills across Kentuckiana. At Cerity Partners, our mission is to enhance the financial well-being of our clients, colleagues, and communities. We recognize that starts in the classroom, and as we strengthen our relationship, we’ll focus our efforts through volunteerism, program support, and sponsorship. This is more than just giving back; it’s about investing in the future success of our community’s youth. We're excited about the lasting impact we can create together!”
– Jim Trujillo, Cerity Partners
Voices from Cerity Volunteers
Cerity’s impact is felt not just through sponsorships, but through the energy and passion of their volunteers:
“A commitment to integrity and putting others first guides my involvement with Junior Achievement. It’s inspiring to watch students build financial skills and confidence that will serve them for life. Supporting JA through both volunteerism and sponsorship reflects a shared dedication to collaboration and making a meaningful impact in our community.”
– Darcy Ward, Cerity Partners
“Volunteering with Junior Achievement was such a rewarding experience. The students’ energy and eagerness to learn made it genuinely fun. It’s incredible to see how JA’s programs bring financial literacy to life in a way that really sticks.”
– Abby Miles, Cerity Partners
Lasting Impact
Cerity Partners is more than a sponsor, they are true partners in shaping empowered youth across Kentuckiana. Through sponsorships, events, and volunteerism, they are helping students gain the knowledge and confidence to thrive in their futures.
Thank you, Cerity Partners, for your leadership and commitment to empowering the next generation.
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