Impact
Junior Achievement designs learning experiences with the end in mind: real outcomes for students. Our experiences don't just expose young people to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow in a measurable way.
Get Started With JA
Junior Achievement of Central Iowa 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.
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
EDUCATION THAT EMPOWERS
Imagine a generation of students empowered with competencies and confidence to create their desired future. JA learning experiences inspire future entrepreneurs, foster financial literacy, and provide a foundation for career success.
3DE by Junior Achievement is an instructional model that is transforming high school education. By integrating business connectivity directly into the core subjects, learning moves past theory to become more engaging, experiential, and relevant.
JA BizTown® is an experiential learning center for pre-teen students that is a fully interactive, mock town that simulates the day-to-day functions of thriving communities.
JA Finance Park® is an experiential learning center for teenage students that fosters financial literacy, lifestyle/career planning and sound money management skills for the future.
Junior Achievement connects the classroom to the community through our award-winning programs and volunteer network to empower students in their economic future. Partnering with JA is personalized, easy and impactful.
JA of Central Iowa Spotlight
JA Bowl-A-Thon 2026
Strike up some friendly competition while making a lasting impact on local students! The Junior Achievement of Central Iowa Bowl-A-Thon is the perfect opportunity to bring your coworkers together, strengthen team camaraderie, and connect with businesses from across the community, all while supporting Junior Achievement's mission to prepare young people for What's Next!
View EventVolunteer at JA Finance Park
Bring your company or volunteer individually and help build economic mobility for the next generation.
At JA Finance Park, you’ll give students a hands-on experience that builds financial confidence, career awareness, and the skills they need to make informed decisions about their future. Whether you bring your team or give your time as an individual, your volunteer experience can help open doors to greater opportunity and economic mobility.
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