How you can get started

Junior Achievement of Southwest Michigan 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.

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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

Junior Achievement of Southwest Michigan Spotlight

The Tom Fox Family JA BizTown® Now Open for Business!

  Where: Huizenga Family JA Free Enterprise Center

In this fully interactive town that simulates the day-to-day functions of a thriving community, 5th and 6th grade students become both producers and consumers!

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The Tom Fox Family JA BizTown® Now Open for Business!

Karl & Susan Hascall JA Finance Park®

  Where: Huizenga Family JA Free Enterprise Center

JA Finance Park® is Junior Achievement's capstone program for personal financial planning and career exploration. This program helps students build a foundation on which they can make intelligent financial decisions that last a lifetime.

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Karl & Susan Hascall JA Finance Park®

Play4JA Bowling for Financial Literacy

  Where: Revel and Roll West

 When: Friday, April 25, 2025 6:00 PM

A party with a purpose! Raise money to support local JA programs, win prizes, and more!

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Play4JA Bowling for Financial Literacy

2025 Annual Golf Scramble

  Where: Gull Lake View East

 When: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 11:00 AM

The JA of Southwest Michigan Golf Scramble is an exciting golf event that incorporates golf, prizes, food and fundraising!

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2025 Annual Golf Scramble

4630710

Students Reached Nationally
2023-2024

115439

Classes Nationally
2023-2024

174723

Volunteers Nationally
2023-2024

19719

Schools Reached Nationally
2023-2024

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

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