How you can get started

Junior Achievement of Southwest New England 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 Southwest New England’s Commitment to Community Impact

Junior Achievement of Southwest New England is proud to share more details outlining our commitment to our community and all of the progress we have made during this unprecedented time.

JA of Southwest New England Investment Opportunities

Junior Achievement is committed to making impactful connections between our students and the community. To read and see videos showcasing JA as a meaningful solution provider meeting both educator and employer needs, check out our interactive investment opportunities menu

View our Investment Opportunities Menu

JA of Southwest New England Annual Report 2022

Junior Achievement is proud to share that even in these challenging times, we were able to further deepen the impact JA has on the students we serve. To read and see videos describing all our progress this year, check out our interactive annual report.

View Our Interactive Annual Report

Our Diversity Statement

Junior Achievement promotes diversity in entrepreneurship, work-readiness, and financial literacy. Click below to see our full diversity statement.

View Our Diversity Statement

Our Vision Statement

Junior Achievement teaches and models integrity in our classrooms, the workplace, and all partnerships. Click below to see our full vision statement.

View Our Vision Statement

JA of Southwest New England Spotlight

Current Volunteer Opportunities

  Where: Variable

 Time Investment: Variable

You have the power to change the lives of young people, volunteer today!

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Current Volunteer Opportunities

2023 Business Hall of Fame

  Where: Hartford Marriott Downtown

 When: Tuesday, April 04, 2023 5:30 PM

JA honors Hall of Fame recipients for their leadership, success in business, and community involvement. Past recipients include entrepreneurs, CEOs, and presidents of both public and private companies, who have achieved extraordinary successes and continue to help shape Connecticut. Please join us in person for the combined Hartford and New Haven event this year!

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2023 Business Hall of Fame

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Students Reached Nationally
2016-2017

208373

Classes Nationally
2016-2017

247350

Volunteers Nationally
2016-2017

21503

Schools Reached Nationally
2016-2017

Select a button below to see how you or your organization can get involved with Junior Achievement of Southwest New England.

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