Impact
Junior Achievement designs learning experiences with the end in mind: real outcomes for students. Our experiences don't just expose young people to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow in a measurable way.
Get Started With JA
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa 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.
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
Online resources for Eastern Iowa Teachers and Parents
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa is providing free online resources to teachers and parents. We are doing this so our kids can spend more time planning for and dreaming about tomorrow, and less time worrying about today. We are committed to doing this until we can all be certain again.
Your immediate contribution will be put to work right away to help more JA programs get into classrooms and have a positive impact on the students in our community!
I am a teacher, parent or student looking for stand-alone activities, facilitator guides, or ancillary resources that support learning.
JA of Eastern Iowa Spotlight
One Million Students. Countless Possibilities Ahead.
The 2025–26 school year marked a historic milestone for Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa as we surpassed one million students served in 60 years. It was also a year of tremendous growth, reaching more students through expanded programming, experiential learning, 3DE, and signature events across Eastern Iowa. Powered by educators, volunteers, businesses, and community partners, we're creating opportunities that prepare young people for success in work and life.
Learn MoreCelebrating Leadership. Inspiring What’s Next: 2026 Corridor Business Hall of Fame
On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa will celebrate four outstanding Eastern Iowa business leaders at the 2026 Corridor Business Hall of Fame at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Cedar Rapids.
Learn MoreOne Conversation Can Change a Future: JA Career Inspire Connects Students with What’s Next
JA Career Inspire brings students and local businesses together through hands-on career exploration that opens doors to new possibilities. This fall, thousands of Eastern Iowa students will discover career pathways, build connections, and begin envisioning what's possible for their futures.
Learn MoreGet Involved with Junior Achievement!
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