Our Impact
Get Started With JA
Junior Achievement of Greater St. Louis 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.
Volunteers
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Impact Partners
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
JA of Greater St Louis Spotlight
JA Business Hall of Fame 2026
The JA Business Hall of Fame was established to recognize icons of commerce and industry. The criteria for laureate and business selection include a demonstration of business excellence, courageous thinking and acting, inspired leadership and community mindedness. At our 2026 event, we will celebrate our laureate and business honorees in a distinguished recognition program. This event is dedicated to celebrating inspirational leaders and supporting the important mission of JA - to create leaders of tomorrow. 2026 Hall of Fame Laureates - Bryan Cook - Executive Chairman, Central Bancompany - Sam Cook - former Chairman, Central Bancompany (honored posthumously) 2026 Business Honoree - Mastercard Event Schedule 6:00 pm - Reception 7:00 pm - Dinner & Program 9:00 pm - Program Concludes & Dessert Reception For more information, contact Kaelen Carrier at kcarrier@jastl.org or 636-235-7535.
Be a JA Volunteer
Why Volunteer With JA
- Inspire students to dream big and achieve more
- Strengthen your community through teamwork and mentorship
- Grow your leadership skills while making a difference
- Leave a legacy that lasts beyond the classroom
Team Building at Its Best
Volunteering with Junior Achievement isn’t just about giving back, it’s about working together, building connections, and creating impact.
Be a Positive Role Model
Your story, your guidance, and your encouragement can spark confidence in students who are discovering their future paths.
The Power of Influence
Did you know? 1 out of 3 JA Alumni work in the same job field as their JA Volunteer! That’s how powerful your role can be.
To learn more, contact Sheila Farrell at sfarrell@jastl.org.
Play4JA - Greater St Louis
Join us for Play4JA, a fun-filled event where play meets purpose! Support financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship education for local students - all while having a blast with your team, coworkers, or friends.
Every dollar raised helps Junior Achievement of Greater St. Louis provide k-12 students with real-world skills they need to succeed. Your participation helps inspire the next generation of leaders.
Choose your game. Choose your impact.
Bowl-A-Thon
Strike up support for JA! Lace up your bowling shoes and enjoy a high-energy, team building experience. Prizes, music, and lots of friendly competition make this event a fan favorite
Cornhole Tournament
Toss with purpose! Gather your team and show off your skills in this laid-back but competitive cornhole event. Great for corporate teams and casual players alike!
RecHall Takeover
There’s something for everyone in our game zone—from throwback arcade hits and timeless Skee-Ball lanes to giant pong and backyard style classics. Play solo, team up, or go head-to-head. Win or lose, it’s all part of the experience. (Let’s be real, winning’s more fun.)
Have a different idea? We would love to talk about it!
When and where is up to you! Bowl at a local bowling alley or play cornhole at a local park.
| Fundraising Goal: $100 per Participant | Registration Fee: $35 per Participant |
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Every participant is encouraged to raise at least $100 to support JA programs. It’s easy - and We’ll help you every step of the way with your personal fundraising page and tips to reach your goal! |
A $35 registration fee is required for each participant. This fee can be paid by the participant or covered by your company - check with your employer to see if they offer sponsorship! |
For more information, please contact: Danielle Klobe at dklobe@jastl.org.
JA Trades Sponsorship and Support
JA Trades Experience
- Communicate benefits of jobs in Trades and demonstrate variety
- Up to 60 Middle Grade and High School students a day
- Students rotate through stations to have hands-on experiences injobs in trades
- STEM skills and safety highlighted with experiences
How is JA Trades Unique?
- Target audience: Middle Grade Students
- We will reach students in Rural, Urban, and Suburban areas
- JA has relationships with Educators who engage 170,000 studentsin JA annually
- Inclusive: All students invited to participate, not just those with interest
- JA has established district operationsthroughout Missouri and Southern Illinois
- Other organizations running Trades experiencesfor studentsin our community shared that JA Trades can help build a pipeline of students to participate in their programs
- Built to easily adapt experience for High Schoolstudents and 18-25 year old adults.
- Educators shared
- Middle Grade students are very impressionable and will remember this experience
- Engaging students with hands-on experiencesis exactly what is needed
More Information:
- Photos of our 12/16/2024 visit from Missouri State Representatives: click here
- Access slide deck with details about this experience: JA Trades Information Packet
- Download an informational flyer
- For those who work a job in trades: Share your training and career experiences with our local youth by providing a short video. Click here for more information
- Tell us your JA Trades Story: Here
For more information about becoming engaged in JA Trades, contact Sue Beers-Anthes at sbeersanthes@jastl.org.
For more information about investing in JA Trades, contact Lori Jacob, President and CEO, at ljacob@jastl.org.
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