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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Every student deserves the confidence, capability, and connections to build an opportunity-filled future. 💡 At JA, we bring learning to life through mentorship, teamwork, and hands-on experiences that prepare students for what’s next, and how to get there.
Preparing students for the future takes more than technical skills alone.
Confidence, adaptability, and real-world experiences help young people navigate change and pursue new opportunities with purpose.
At Junior Achievement, we’re helping students build the mindset... and skills they need to succeed, wherever their future leads.
#PreparedForWhatsNext #EducationThatWorks #OpportunityInAction
Thank you Taco Bell Foundation!
Thanks to your support, JASoCal is helping students build the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in school, work, and life. Through hands-on experiences in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship, young people are gaining ...skills that will serve them for years to come.
Together, we're empowering the next generation to dream bigger, plan smarter, and achieve more.
#TacoBellFoundation #JAInspires #FutureReady #FinancialLiteracy #CareerReadiness #JASoCal
Thank you, Bank of America!
Through your support of JA Finance Park, students are gaining the financial knowledge and real-world experience they need to make confident decisions about their futures. By participating in immersive budgeting and career simulations, young people build ...practical skills that prepare them for life beyond the classroom.
Together, we're helping empower the next generation with the tools to achieve financial success and thrive in their careers.
#BankofAmerica #JAFinancePark #FinancialLiteracy #CareerReadiness #FutureReady #JASoCal
Junior Achievement is proud to partner with Toyota Motor North America and @ToyotaFinancial to inspire and prepare young people for success.
Through hands-on learning and volunteer support, students are building essential life skills that will carry them far beyond the ...classroom.
Thank you, Toyota, for helping empower the next generation!
#FutureReady #JAInspires #ToyotaCares #JAImpact
Junior Achievement is more than an educational resource, it’s a strategic partner for schools and communities.
By connecting classroom learning to real-world experiences, students are empowered to explore opportunities and envision their path forward.
...#CareerConnectedLearning #StudentSuccess #FutureReady #EducationThatWorks
We're excited to share that Alejandro Rojas is representing Junior Achievement of Southern California live with our partners at Televisa Univision during a community celebration at La Plaza Olvera in Downtown Los Angeles.
Alex will be sharing how @ja_socal is helping prepare ...young people for success through financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship programs that empower students across Southern California.
Tune in and cheer him on:
📻 KSCA 101.9 FM — 1:00 PM
Thank you to @univision, @iloveklove, @lanueva1019fm, @donajiradio, and @elratonradio for helping amplify the importance of investing in the next generation.
We're proud to have Alex representing the JA mission and the students we serve. 💙
#JASoCal #JuniorAchievement #CareerReadiness #FinancialLiteracy #Entrepreneurship #CommunityImpact #TelevisaUnivision #LosAngeles #LatinoCommunity #WorldCup #WorldCup2026
When education and industry come together, students benefit most.
JA’s partnerships help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, preparing young people to succeed in a changing economy.
#PublicPrivatePartnerships #FutureReady ...#StudentSuccess
When students practice real-world skills, they gain the confidence to navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and prepare for what’s next. That’s the power of experiential learning through Junior Achievement.
#CareerConnectedLearning #FutureReady #JAStudents
