Impact By the Numbers.
Junior Achievement’s lessons in financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship are shown to positively impact the lives of young people across the communities we serve.
*The numbers represent the 2024-25 school year
51,657
Student Experiences
71
Local School Districts
3,674
Volunteer Experiences
68% of JA Alumni (Ages 18-29) are financially independent from their parents, compared to just 40% of American adults.
91% of students not confident in their ability to budget later indicated that after their ja experience, they felt prepared for future challenges.
JA has over 100 local Areas across the nation
Together, we are the nation’s largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their futures, and make smart academic and economic choices.
JA of Central Ohio is one of seven JA organizations in the state, serving these 25 counties: Union, Delaware, Licking, Muskingum, Guernsey, Belmont, Harrison, Jefferson, Franklin, Fairfield, Perry, Morgan, Noble, Monroe, Fayette, Pickaway, Hocking, Athens, Washington, Ross, Vinton, Meigs, Pike, Jackson, and Gallia.
Currently, JA of Central Ohio operates two learning centers in Franklin and Licking Counties. School districts within an hour driving radius these Learning Centers are encouraged to participate in the programs offered there.
Attitudinal Shifts
100% of students believe what they learned in JA is important in real life.
“The most impactful part of the [JA Inspire] experience was learning about jobs and internships that I can start in high school that are similar to the career I want to have!”
High School Student
Columbus JA Inspire 2025
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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
Yesterday, our Board of Directors volunteered at JA Finance Park in our Columbus Learning Center. It’s incredible to see future leaders learning skills from current leaders that will last a lifetime.
Thank you to everyone who made this day possible!
#JAFinancePark ...#FinancialLiteracy #CommunityImpact #ColumbusLearningCenter
