Why JA?

Imagine a generation of students armed with the confidence and understanding to take control of their futures and equipped to achieve their dreams. We are working to give our region’s youth the hope to see a brighter future and the skills to answer the demands of the 21st-century economy with “I can.” In partnership with the education and business communities, Junior Achievement is transforming the student experience by bringing relevance, authenticity and application into everyday learning to energize students about their future possibilities.

Using integrated learning models focused on career readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy, we’re bridging the gap between what students learn in the classroom and the real world. We work to empower the next generation with the knowledge, capacity and motivation to thrive and build a better future for themselves and their community.

JA® connects education to real-world concepts to heighten students’ appreciation for academics and long-term aspirations, giving them vision to see what’s possible in the future and the skills to achieve their dreams.

JA® infuses business connectivity and role models into all aspects of learning to deepen students’ understanding and sustain engagement as they learn about and solve real world problems.

JA® delivers opportunities to apply academic concepts to enhance students’ retention of knowledge and develop skills for success, bringing lessons to life.

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TEACHERS
Through partnerships with educators and school districts, our learning experiences blend JA’s experiential learning with traditional education to bring relevance, authenticity and application into everyday learning.
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VOLUNTEERS
Looking ahead, our children will be our leaders. Today, it is our job to be their mentors and teachers. No matter what your profession, your life experience and determination to succeed means you can serve as a role model.
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STUDENTS
Accelerate your success. Junior Achievement offers valuable resources to help put your life on the fast track. Resources to help you research and plan your career, start a business and manage your finances.
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DONORS
There are many ways you can financially support Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay in our work to ensure our area’s young people are prepared for success in the modern economy. Tailored partnership opportunities are also available.
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Your donation allows us to create partnerships and provide programs
that are transforming students’ lives.