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
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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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📍 Westlake Village | Company of the Year Competition
Proud to highlight these incredible students from Westlake High School who brought their businesses to life at today’s competition 👏
Guided by Dr. Lauren Looker, Career Education Coordinator and a dedicated ...champion of the JA Company Program, these students showed what’s possible with creativity, commitment, and self-direction. While they met just once a week during lunch, their work extended far beyond the classroom—and it showed.
With three student-led businesses in the competition, their presentations and tabling reflected true entrepreneurial thinking in action.
A big thank you to our judges who brought real-world expertise and insight to the experience:
• Kristin Bell
• Dillon Kruger
• Karen Sylvester
• Desserin Pereyra
• Ivana Vergot
Your time and expertise help shape the next generation of entrepreneurs—thank you for making this experience meaningful 🙌
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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.
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By partnering with Junior Achievement, you're helping redefine what readiness means for the next generation: real skills, real confidence, real opportunity.
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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
