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Junior Achievement of Central Virginia 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.

Educators

Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.

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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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Impact Partners

Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.

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Junior Achievement of Central Virginia Spotlight

JA Finance Park

  Where: JA Finance Park at Libbie Mill Library

 Time Investment: Typically 5-6 hours

What advice did you need to hear when you were in high school? Volunteer at JA Finance Park and support students from across Central Virginia as they build budgets, explore careers, and gain real-world skills in our hands-on simulation of adulthood.

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JA Finance Park

2026 Greater Richmond Business Hall of Fame

  Where: The Jefferson Hotel

 When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 5:30 PM

Join us for the 38th Annual Greater Richmond Business Hall of Fame! Celebrate Richmond’s top business leaders, enjoy an inspiring evening of recognition and networking, and support a great cause.

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2026 Greater Richmond Business Hall of Fame

Junior Achievement of Central Virginia Announces Kelly Gee as CEO

Kelly Gee, former Secretary of the Commonwealth of Virginia, has been named Chief Executive Officer of Junior Achievement of Central Virginia, marking a high-profile transition from senior state leadership to the nonprofit education sector.

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JA Scholarship

High school students who have participated in a JA program can apply to become a JA Student Ambassador! Share your story, inspire future students, connect with local employers, and earn $2,500 towards your education.

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32858

Students Reached Locally
2024-2025

544

Classes Locally
2024-2025

1233

Volunteers Locally
2024-2025

99

Schools Reached Locally
2024-2025

219958

Contact Hours Locally
2024-2025

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