JA of Western Massachusetts Events
At JA of Western Massachusetts, we host several events throughout the year to raise money to support our programming. These events also engage the community in our efforts to reach students! Whether you'd like to get involved on an individual level or as a business through event sponsorship, we offer several ways for you to support our work while having a great time!
enTEENpreneur Challenge
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.
2026 18 Under 18
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.
28th Annual Golf Tournament
This year is our 28th Annual Golf Tournament! Take advantage of a gorgeous location at the Crumpin-Fox Club. The tournament features a fantastic golfer package and outstanding course as your support keeps JA’s programs going strong.
PAST EVENTS
JA’s Celebrity Bartender Event 2026
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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20th Annual JA Stock Market Challenge
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the 20th Annual JA Stock Market Challenge! This Wall Street Simulation has been a student and volunteer favorite for two decades and we have some fun surprises in store!
Teen Reality Fair
The Teen Reality Fair gives high school students the opportunity to role-play 25-year-olds who must make decisions about money based on their chosen jobs. Students are assigned a salary, correlating to their chosen job, and a credit score.
2025 18 Under 18
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.
JA’s Celebrity Bartender Event
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.
2024 18 Under 18
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.
2023 18 Under 18
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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