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Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts 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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JA of Western Massachusetts Community Resources

JA CLIC

Career, Leadership & Innovation Center: Welcome to our home where we provide on-site learning experiences.

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JA Access Your Future

Access this free online educational and professional resource for parents and students.

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Spotlight JA of Western Massachusetts

Partner with Junior Achievement Using Your DAF

Transform lives using your Donor Advised Fund, DAF!

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Partner with Junior Achievement Using Your DAF

2026 18 Under 18

  Where: STORROWTON CARRIAGE HOUSE

 When: Monday, May 18, 2026 5:00 PM

The Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts 18 Under 18 Awards, presented by Teddy Bear Pools and Spas, provide an opportunity to recognize outstanding young people who exemplify an innovative spirit, leadership, and community involvement.

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2026 18 Under 18

JA’s Celebrity Bartender Event 2026

  Where: Nathan Bill’s Bar and Restaurant

 When: Thursday, February 26, 2026 5:00 PM

JA’s Celebrity Bartender event is a fundraiser where well-known people in the community get behind the bar to serve drinks to raise funds for JAWM programs, empowering youth to own their economic success.

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JA’s Celebrity Bartender Event 2026

enTEENpreneur Challenge

  Where: UMass Amherst Henry M. Thomas III Center at Springfield

 When: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 9:00 AM

The EnTEENpreneur Challenge is a trade show and a pitch contest judged by a panel of community entrepreneurs and leaders. Students learn how to start a business using JA learning experiences to design and innovate ideas, prototypes, or products to compete for prizes.

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enTEENpreneur Challenge

9972

Students Reached Locally
2024-2025

421

Classes Locally
2024-2025

238

Volunteers Locally
2024-2025

37

Schools Reached Locally
2024-2025

34058

Contact Hours Locally
2024-2025

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