How you can get started

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.

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

JA of Chicago Spotlight

JA of Chicago 2024-2025 Scholarships

Each year, JA of Chicago offers scholarship opportunities to our college-bound JA seniors. Click "Learn More" to see all available scholarships for this year and to access the applications.

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JA of Chicago 2024-2025 Scholarships

JA of Chicago 2024 Annual Report

Our 2024 Annual Report highlights the impactful work Junior Achievement of Chicago has done to inspire, prepare, and empower young people across the Chicagoland area. In this year’s report, you’ll find key accomplishments, milestones, and the lasting effects of our programs in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. We invite you to explore how, with the support of our community, we are making a difference in the lives of students and shaping a brighter future for the next generation.

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JA of Chicago 2024 Annual Report

JA of Chicago Wine Tasting

  Where: BMO Tower

 When: Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:00 PM

Join Junior Achievement of Chicago for our Signature Wine Tasting Event. Enjoy a night of networking and fine wines as we celebrate and support Chicago-area youth learning financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship.

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JA of Chicago Wine Tasting

306822

Students Reached Locally
2022-2023

14780

Classes Locally
2022-2023

3132

Volunteers Locally
2022-2023

715

Schools Reached Locally
2022-2023

669137

Contact Hours Locally
2022-2023

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