Impact & Reach
The World
Out There Starts Here.
Since 1950, we’ve been on a mission to prepare students in central and southeast Ohio to be future-ready through innovative, authentic, real-world programs like JA BizTown. We bring the hope, confidence, and motivation needed for success.
91%
of students
can create a budget after completing the JA Finance Park Program.
84%
of JA Alumni
report that JA influenced their decision to pursue higher education.
95%
of JA students
understand that personal skills and interests are important in choosing a career.
Programs
What
We Do.
JA of Central Ohio offers 17 immersive learning experiences for students K-12 (aligned to OH standards!) taught at a Learning Center in Columbus or Newark or in the classroom. Our programs are designed to prepare students for the future of jobs, financial wellness, and entrepreneurial success.
“I love JA because of their innovative approaches to teaching Financial Literacy to our young people. Over the last few years, I consistently hear from my JA Alumni volunteers, “I had JA in school when I was a kid and I still remember the experience.”
James “Rich” Lawrence
Volunteer, JA Career Speaker, JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, and JA In-Class
Ways to Support
Be a Game Changer.
60% of JA alumni who grew up in low-income homes achieved middle-upper income as adults. Your support is visible, meaningful, and measurable — Here is how you can take action as an individual, corporation, or foundation.
Connect with Us.
We want YOU ☝ to adopt a JA Career Speaker Series spot this January! Click the link in bio to tell students about your career journey and help lead them towards a choice-filled future 🎓✨
#JuniorAchievement #JACareerSpeakerSeries #Volunteering #VolunteerOpportunity #Volunteer2026
Three skills taught at JA BizTown that would prepare you to thrive in the Stranger Things Season 5 Universe ⋆₊˚🚲🕰️🔦📺⋆₊˚
What other soft skills would help you survive in the Stranger Things universe?
#StrangerThings #StrangerThingsSeason5 #JuniorAchievement ...#SoftSkills ##JABizTown
A look back at 2025 before we jump into 2026 👀🔭
Each landmark in JA of Central Ohio's 2025 recap represents our journey to empower youth in our region to live choice-filled lives. These milestones are the result of committed JA staff, teachers, volunteers, and sponsors. We ...celebrate these achievements with pride and excitement as we look to the future of our organization.
Junior Achievement of Central Ohio wishes you a Happy New Year!
#2025recap #JuniorAchievement #CareerReadiness #ChoiceFilledFuture #HappyNewYear
It's the most nostalgic time of the year! ✨ Junior Achievement of Central Ohio wishes you all the joy, nostalgia, and community spirit this holiday season. Here’s to making memories that last—past, present, and future! Happy Holidays from all of us at JA! ❤️ #Nostalgia #NostalgiaCore... #JABizTown #HappyHolidays #Winter
Last week, our team proudly volunteered at JA Finance Park, an incredible experiential learning program that empowers students with real-world financial skills! 💡 Curious about what our staff expected from the day? Watch the video to learn more!
Did you know you can help programs like ...this thrive? Visit our website to donate and Bank On Their Future, link in bio!
#JuniorAchievement #JAFinancePark #Volunteer #ExperientialLearning
Our team had a wonderful time volunteering at @goodwillcolumbus Adult Day Services holiday party, helping create a festive and joyful experience for the community. We are thankful for Mark Koenig and the Goodwill staff's support and volunteering this year, and were thrilled to return the love ...and share in the holiday spirit. 💝🎅 Proud to give back and make the season brighter! ☃️🥳
#Volunteering #GiveBackThisHolidaySeason #Goodwill
‘Tis the season (to get your JA BizTown citizen a gift!)🎄🕎🎁
#juniorachievement #holidaygiftguide #giftguide2026
🎄🎶IT’S TIIIIIIME‼️❄️
Everyone’s favorite time of year is here, the Junior Achievement of Central Ohio Staff Holiday Party!
Shout out to the Joy Committee for organizing and for @voodoocolumbus for having us ⛄️👏
#holidayparty #staffappreciation ...#mariahcarey
