Join Us for a Night of Fun & Giving Back at Lucky’s on 16th!

Author: Cathy Essick
Corporate Responsibility
Published: Wednesday, 02 Apr 2025

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Image caption: Join us on April 16th!

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 16^th, and make plans to join us at Lucky’s on 16th (86 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids) for a Give Back Day/Night benefiting Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI)!

For one day only, 10% of profits at Lucky’s on 16^th will be donated to JAEI, supporting our mission to empower young people with the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success.

And that’s not all! 🎉 From 6PM – 8PM, Lucky’s will be hosting a BINGO event – a fun opportunity to win prizes, connect with the community, and support a great cause.

Image caption: JA volunteers bring real-world experience into the classroom! By sharing their knowledge in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship, they help students connect classroom learning to future career success.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders

At Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to build a bright future. Through our financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs, we equip young people with the skills and confidence they need to navigate their careers, manage their finances, and dream big.

Our Impact

During the 2023-2024 school year, JAEI:
✔️ Served 41,065 students across 13 counties
✔️ Provided 202,289 instructional hours
✔️ Partnered with 144 schools to bring JA programs to classrooms

With the help of community partners, businesses, and volunteers, we bridge the gap between education and the real world—ensuring students have the knowledge and skills they need for success.

How You Can Help

Supporting Junior Achievement is as easy (and fun!) as grabbing dinner and playing BINGO at Lucky’s on 16^th! Here’s how you can make an impact:

✅ Dine or grab drinks at Lucky’s on April 16^th – 10% of profits go to JAEI!
✅ Join the BINGO fun from 6PM – 8PM – bring friends, win prizes, and support a great cause!
✅ Spread the word! Invite friends and family to participate in this special Give Back event.

Your support helps us continue our mission of empowering young people with real-world skills that last a lifetime. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of local students!

So, who’s in? Let us know in the comments, and we’ll see you at Lucky’s on 16^th on April 16^th!