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JA of Central Indiana and PS43 Foundation Partner to Inspire Big Dreamers
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
We're excited to officially launch Inspire Big Dreamers, a dynamic joint initiative aimed at empowering Central Indiana youth through education, mentorship, and real-world...
Top 5 Skills Every Young Entrepreneur Should Build Now
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Entrepreneurship
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or just want to think more like a boss, building the right skill set is key. From navigating challenges to managing money, the most successful entrepreneurs are constantly learning, adapting, and...
Building a Strong Financial Foundation: Equipping Teens for a Brighter Tomorrow
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Financial Literacy
In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we explore the challenges teens face in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world and emphasize the vital role financial education plays in shaping a more secure and promising...
🎉 Announcing Indy's Best & Brightest Finalists!
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
2025 Indy’s Best and Brightest Finalists Selected
Winners to be announced during the awards program on Wednesday, April 23rd,...
Junior Achievement Inducts Prominent Indianapolis Leaders into the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana (JACI) proudly inducted four distinguished Laureates into the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame on Thursday, Nov. 7,...
Junior Achievement to induct prominent Indianapolis leaders into the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame
By Samantha Burk and Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement to induct prominent Indianapolis leaders into the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame
Four outstanding members of the business community to be honored during the November gala.
INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana (JACI) announced the four Laureates who will be inducted into the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame this...
Teens Want Financial Literacy Education, But Many Schools Don’t Offer It
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
While the demand for financial literacy education is high among teens, the availability of such courses is disappointingly low. Junior Achievement continues to bridge this gap by offering comprehensive programs that equip students with essential life...
CEO OF JA OF CENTRAL INDIANA RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD
By Mariah Maier
Corporate Responsibility
Jennifer Burk receives national recognition presented annually to a JA Area president who exhibits exceptional achievements in fostering the growth and development of Junior Achievement. Burk was bestowed with this esteemed accolade during the Junior Achievement USA National Leadership Conference held in Kansas City, Missouri, on July 15-18, 2024, triumphing over other notable...
And That’s a Wrap on JA BizTown Summer Camp 2024!
By Samantha Burk
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana’s JA BizTown helps create unforgettable moments this summer through JA BizTown Summer...
Reawakening the American Dream: Homeownership for Generation Z
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
For over a century, owning a home has been synonymous with the American Dream. Since the 1890s, when homebuilders first linked homeownership with the promise of prosperity, generations of Americans have aspired to build wealth and create legacies through owning their own homes. However, recent trends reveal significant challenges facing young adults in achieving this...
