Impact & Reach
The World
Out There Starts Here.
Since 1954, we’ve been on a mission to prepare students to be future-ready through innovative, authentic, real-world programs like JA Finance Park. We bring the hope, confidence, and motivation needed for success.
93%
of students
can create a budget after completing the JA Finance Park Program.
84%
of JA Alumni
report that JA influenced their decision to pursue higher education.
95%
of JA students
understand that personal skills and interests are important in choosing a career.
Programs
What
We Do.
JASoCal has 22 immersive learning experiences on three pathways for students ages 5-25 (aligned to CA standards!) taught in the classroom, workplace, JA Finance Park, and beyond that prepare students for the future of jobs, financial wellness, and entrepreneurial success.
“Helping students gain the financial education needed to pave their own path to success is incredibly rewarding. Whether mentoring kids to solve real-world budget problems in real-time or sharing insights into skills and careers … I’m always inspired by their creativity, tenacity, and humor.”
Lisa Herbert
Sr. Marketing and Communications Executive Volunteer, JA Finance Park & JA Job Shadow
Ways to Support
Be a Game Changer.
60% of JA alumni who grew up in low-income homes achieved middle-upper income as adults. Your support is visible, meaningful, and measurable — Here is how you can take action as an individual, corporation, or foundation.
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82% of Gen Y and Gen Z JA alumni who attended college say they chose a high-demand degree because of their JA experience.
That’s a powerful indicator of relevance.
When students can see the connection between classroom learning, workforce trends, and real economic ...opportunity, they make more strategic postsecondary decisions. The result? Stronger alignment between education pathways and labor market needs.
#JuniorAchievement #CareerConnectedLearning #WorkforceDevelopment #HigherEducation #EconomicOpportunity
You vote, LA2050 gives! 🌟
We want YOU to vote for the issues that matter to you in
the #LA2050GrantsChallenge. It takes less two minutes
and last year, helped distribute $3 million to 55
organizations like ours across Los Angeles County.
Vote... at the link: https://la2050.me/JuniorAchievementofSouthernCalifornia2026
Tell your friends, family, and neighbors!
#WhatDoYouSayLA
By partnering with Junior Achievement, you're helping redefine what readiness means for the next generation: real skills, real confidence, real opportunity.
Together, we can ensure every student has access to an opportunity-filled future.
Let’s build education ...for what’s next.
🔗 Get involved: JASOCAL.org
#JuniorAchievement #EconomicMobility #FutureReady #EducationForAll #OpportunityForAll
Tomorrow’s the big day!
In less than 24 hours, business leaders & community champions will gather on the course for a day where connection, generosity, and impact take center stage!
The 2026 JA SoCal Golf Classic is almost here.
Let’s swing for impact. ...🔗 https://bit.ly/jasocal-golf-2026
IN JUST 3 DAYS!
Hundreds of participants will gather for one unforgettable day on the course, united by a powerful mission to support education, leadership, and opportunity for young people across Southern California.
From meaningful connections to a premier golf ...experience, the JASoCal Golf Classic brings business and purpose together in a way that creates lasting impact!
We’re almost there.
🔗 https://bit.ly/jasocal-golf-2026
LA2050 is funding projects that make Los Angeles the
best place to connect, create, learn, live, and play — and
you get to choose where the money goes.
Voting is open now to all ages and available in 12
languages, at the link: ...https://la2050.me/JuniorAchievementofSouthernCalifornia2026
It takes less than five minutes to make an impact, so come
on, what do you say, LA?
#LA2050GrantsChallenge #WhatDoYouSayLA
JA gives students more than knowledge...it gives them momentum.
Confidence, capability, and connection grow here.
#OpportunityUnlocked #StudentSuccessStories #JALearnsByDoing
What if learning felt more like experience than instruction?
JA brings education to life through hands‑on, real‑world activities. #CareerConnectedLearning #JAStudents #FutureReady
This is the final call!
The last remaining sponsorships and player spots for the 2026 JASoCal Golf Classic are closing as the event quickly approaches.
Join business and community leaders for a premier day on the course at Sherwood Country Club, where meaningful ...connections are made and support for youth education creates lasting impact.
Secure your place today!
🔗 https://bit.ly/jasocal-golf-2026
