Impact
Junior Achievement designs learning experiences with the end in mind: real outcomes for students. Our experiences don't just expose young people to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow in a measurable way.
Get Started With JA
Junior Achievement of Chicago 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.
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
JA of Chicago Spotlight
Chicago Business Hall of Fame
In this prestigious event, Junior Achievement will be honoring influential, visionary leaders from the business community that have made a significant impact, created new opportunities, and elevated the educational landscape for youth in their communities in regards to financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work-readiness.
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Explore how JA of Chicago empowered students in 2025 through financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness programs. Our annual report highlights our key achievements, growth, and inspiring stories, showcasing the impact of our work in shaping the next generation of leaders.
Learn MoreJA of Chicago Volunteer Opportunities
Your time can spark confidence, curiosity, and real-world readiness in local students. Explore open volunteer opportunities in your area and make a lasting difference—for a student, a school, and your community.
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